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SPOKANE REGIONAL WATER RECREATION PROGRAM
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LTH Variance Request Information
All requests for a variance from the Rules and Regulations for Water Recreation Facilities(WRF) (Chapter 246-260
WAC) must be submitted in writing to Spokane Regional Health District's (SRHD)Water Recreation Program.
Regulations require that variance requests be submitted at least 30 days before proposed operation and/or
construction. However, SRHD recommends submittals at least 60 days in advance because reviews of complex
requests may be lengthy.Variance requests must be submitted by the WRF's legal owner or authorized
representative. Variances will not be approved unless the health and safety purposes behind the requirements of
these regulations are met.
Review process
1. SRHD will contact the applicant within 14 days of receiving a variance request to discuss the review
process and additional information that may be needed. SRHD's review may include consultation with
other local, state, and/or national experts, including legal counsel.
2. At its discretion, SRHD may request written concurrence from the Water Recreation Facilities Program
Manager at the WA State Department of Health (DOH). DOH will provide written concurrence or denial
within 30 days of receiving the request.
3. SRHD will send a written copy of the variance decision to the applicant within 90 days of receiving the
variance request. (A copy will also be sent to DOH.) If data submitted is insufficient or if DOH does not
concur,there may be a time delay.
4. Conditions may be placed on any variance approved.These conditions may include, but are not limited to,
limitations affecting facility usage or other operational controls, periodic review, a limitation on the time
for which the variance will be allowed and review at change of ownership.
5. Failure to comply with a variance decision may result in appropriate legal action by SRHD,which may
include closing the facility, revocation of permit, injunctive or civil penalty actions and/or filing a criminal
complaint.
Review Criteria
The following criteria will be considered in the determination of approval/disapproval of a variance request:
1. What is the quality/quantity of data submitted to justify the request?
2. Is there any data/research that refutes the submitted information? Is there any indication that a public
health or safety hazard could result?
3. Will the variance reduce, control or eliminate an existing public health hazard?
4. What is the size and location of the facility?
5. What population could be exposed to the facility and how often? (e.g., age/number of users, etc.)
6. What is the duration of the variance?
7. What is the approval/denial history of similar variance requests?
8. What is the past injury and operational history of the facility?
9. Would variance approval conflict with other policies, codes, regulations and legislation?
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SPOKANE REGIONAL WATER RECREATION PROGRAM
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DISTRICT LTH Variance Request Submittal Form
Complete the following form and attach the additional information requested. It is important to provide sufficient
detail to allow SRHD to make an informed decision.Sufficient evidence must be provided to ensure the facility
adequately protects public health and safety as well as water quality. Failure to provide the proper amount of
evidence may necessitate additional submittals.
Facility Name: Valley Mission Pool
Address: 11123 E Mission Ave, Spokane Valley, WA 99206
Phone: 509-922-7091
Facility Description (Describe the WRF& its proposed use—include drawings if needed):
-Valley Mission Pool is a 25-yard outdoor competition pool that is approximately 78' X 45' in
Water size. The zero depth entry pool at Valley Mission is 60'x 20' in size.
Recreation -The City of Spokane Valley Parks and Recreation Department is requesting a variance in usage
Facility(WRF) for Valley Mission Pool for a Dog Swim Event, Paws in the Pool.
-This event would take place on Sunday,August 26, 2018 from 1-3:30pm with dogs 65Ibs. and
under swimming from 1-1:45pm and dogs 661bs. and over swimming from 2-3:30pm.
-This event will take place after Valley Mission Pool closes for the season on Saturday, August
25, 2018.
-Attached is a diagram of the pool and how the event will be stationed, along with an event
flyer.
Name: City of Spokane Valley
Owner Company: Parks and Recreation Department
(Legal owner
of the water Address: 2426 N Discovery Place,Spokane Valley,WA 99216
recreation facility) Office Phone: 509-720-5200 Cell Phone:389-391 7783 to SD& AN d to
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(Person submitting Address: 2426 N Discovery Place,Spokane Valley, WA 99216
request-must be
owner's authorized Office Phone: 509-720-5408 Cell Phone:-.509-994-7--7-83.
representative)
Email: tgregerson@spokanevalley.org
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Received by SRHD on: SRHD VARIANCE#
WRF#
GP RECEIPT#:
Approved by SRHD on: Denied by SRHD on:
DOH Concurrence required 0 Yes ❑No Date Concurrence received by SRHD:
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DISS T STH Variance Request Submittal Form
Complete the following form and attach the additional information requested. It is important to provide sufficient
detail to allow SRHD to make an informed decision.Sufficient evidence must be provided to ensure the facility
adequately protects public health and safety as well as water quality. Failure to provide the proper amount of
evidence may necessitate additional submittals.
Facility Name:Valley Mission Pool
Address: 11123 E Mission Ave,Spokane Valley, WA 99206
Phone: 509-922-7091
Facility Description (Describe the WRF& its proposed use—include drawings if needed):
-Valley Mission Pool is a 25-yard outdoor competition pool that is approximately 78' X 45' in
Water size. The zero depth entry pool at Valley Mission is 60' x 20' in size.
Recreation -The City of Spokane Valley Parks and Recreation Department is requesting a variance in usage
Facility(wRF) for Valley Mission Pool for a Dog Swim Event, Paws in the Pool.
-This event would take place on Sunday, August 26, 2018 from 1-3:30pm with dogs 65Ibs.and
under swimming from 1-1:45pm and dogs 66Ibs. and over swimming from 2-3:30pm.
-This event will take place after Valley Mission Pool closes for the season on Saturday, August
25, 2018.
-Attached is a diagram of the pool and how the event will be stationed, along with an event
flyer.
Name: City of Spokane Valley
Owner Company: Parks and Recreation Department
(Legal owner
of the water Address: 2426 N Discovery Place,Spokane Valley,WA 99216
recreation facility) Office Phone: 509-720-5200 Cell Phone: 509-701-1898
Email:tgregerson@spokanevalley.org
Contact Name:Tina Gregerson, Recreation Coordinator
(Person submitting Address: 2426 N Discovery Place,Spokane Valley,WA 99216
request-must be
owner's authorized Office Phone: 509-720-5408 Cell Phone: 509-701-1898
representative)
Email:tgregerson@spokanevalley.org
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For Use by SRHD
Received by SRHD on: SRHD VARIANCE#
WRF#
GP RECEIPT#:
Approved by SRHD on: Denied by SRHD on:
DOH Concurrence required 0 Yes 0 No Date Concurrence received by SRHD:
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When completing this form, refer to Water Recreation Facility regulations,Chapter 246-260 WAC:
http://www.doh.wa.gov/Communityand Environment/WaterRecreation/RegulatedFacilities/RulesandGuidelines.aspx
Section/s of regulations for which a variance is requested (include specific code number):
Restrictions on animals WAC 246-260-151
Requirement in the regulations for which a variance is requested:
Owners shall prevent animal access to the WRF pool,except service animals in the deck area accompanying
users or spectators requiring these service animals.
Explain why the WRF should not be required to comply with the regulations for which a variance is requested:
We understand the risks associated with this event, and are taking all the necessary steps to prevent and
alleviate any harm. This will be the seventh year we have successfully hosted this event at Valley Mission
Pool. We are familiar with the rules and regulations of conducting such an event. In addition, comprehensive
research was conducted on the following cities Parks and Recreation Departments dog swim events prior to
determining that the City of Spokane Valley Parks and Recreation Department could host a similar event safely
and successfully.
City of Spokane,WA"Doggie Dip", Indiana State Department of Health, El Paso Parks and Recreation
Department Dogs Swim Day Event, City of Wilmington, North Carolina "Animal Pooch Plunge", City of Ann
Arbor Michigan "Dog Swim", Athens County Humane Society: Dog Swim, City of Garland,Texas"Dog-A-
Poolooza Dog Swim Day",Washtenaw County, Michigan "Annual Dog Swim", City of McAllen,Texas"Doggie
Day at the Pool", City of Dublin, Ohio "Family Night Splash Bash", City of Webster Groves, Missouri "Cool
Canines: Dog Swim Event",City of Bloomington, Indiana "Drool in the Pool".
List the data/information attached that ensures the intent of the regulations will be met if the variance is
granted (or if no data or information is attached, explain why):
The following conditions/actions will be implemented to alleviate any health or safety concerns so that public
health is not compromised by granting variance.
• The event will be lifeguarded at all times
• Humans will not be allowed in the pool
• All the required and necessary signage will be posted at all the appropriate locations during the event
• Pool maintenance will be provided by Spokane Valley YMCA
• All disinfection residuals will conform to the requirements specified in WA 264-260-111
• Recirculation system at pool will be in operation throughout the event
• Dogs less than 6 months old will not be allowed to participate in the event
• All dogs must be spayed or neutered
• All dogs will be on a leash, until they enter the tank of the pool
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• All dogs will be limited to pool decks only and not allowed to enter pool facility locker room, changing areas,
or restrooms
• Each dog entering the pool will be washed/scrubbed with soap/shampoo prior to entering the pool at a
designated washing station shown on the attached diagram.
• Each dog participating in the events will be screened by a veterinarian. By Cheney Vet Clinic, Dr.Traci
Baker; 509.235.6860
• The veterinarian will question the owner of each dog regarding the health status of the animal. Dogs that
are ill or that have diarrhea or vomiting within the last 2 weeks must not be allowed to participate in the
event.
• The Veterinarian will inspect each dog to ensure the coat is feces free
• Each dog owner must provide proof that the dog is currently vaccinated against rabies. If the vaccination is
expired or proof of vaccination is not available the dog must be excluded from the event.
Describe conditions or actions that will be implemented to alleviate any health or safety concerns so that
public health or safety are not compromised by granting the variance:
• Pool maintenance will be provided by Spokane Valley YMCA
• All disinfection residuals will conform to the requirements specified in WAC 246-260-111
• Recirculation system at pool will be in operation throughout the event
• Flushing, cleaning and disinfection of pumps, strainer baskets and piping
• Flushing, cleaning and disinfection of pool gutters,gutter grates, skimmers, skimmer baskets, skimmer
weirs, skimmer float valves, pool bottoms, pool sides, and deck areas
• Cleaning and backwashing of the filters
• When Valley Mission re-opens in the spring all pool water and systems will be balanced and brought up to
code,filtered and maintained for the week prior to opening which will additionally result in a germ and dog
free environment and safe for human use.
SRHD charges a standard hourly rate of$130/hr.for processing a variance,with 1.5 hours paid in advance ($130
per hour x 1.5 hours=$195 due up front).Additional time needed to review the variance will be billed at the
standard hourly rate.The bill will be sent to the legal owner unless SRHD has been otherwise notified.
I understand that SRHD may inspect my facility to verify the conditions outlined in the variance are being
implemented as required. Failure to conform to all variance conditions may result in rescinding the variance,
permit suspension and/or other action as deemed appropriate by SRHD.
I have reviewed and understand the variance request process and review criteria. I am the legal owner or
authorizedrepresentative of the above water recreation facility.
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Si ature of WRF Owner or Authorized Representative Date
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