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Solid Waste Advisory Committee (SWAC)

Local Solid Waste Program and Policy Guidance 

Washington State law asks each county to set up a local Solid Waste Advisory Committee (SWAC). The SWAC assists the Kitsap County Solid Waste Division with the development of programs and policies concerning solid waste management.

The Kitsap County SWAC elects a Chairperson and Vice Chairperson at the beginning of each year to govern the committee. The Chair conducts all meetings, acts as a liaison between the committee and the County, sets the agenda, and arranges for prompt presentations. County staff support the SWAC by scheduling and advertising meetings, mailing materials to members, and keeping necessary records.


Mission Statement: The Solid Waste Advisory Committee assists in the development and implementation of the Solid Waste Management Plan. The committee reviews and comments upon proposed rules, policies, and ordinances related to solid waste handling and disposal prior to adoption.


Public Meetings

Advisory Committee meetings are open to the public. Meetings are confirmed two weeks in advance. Email solidwaste@kitsap.gov to ask about upcoming meetings.

Date: February 2026 meeting is canceled. Meetings are typically held on the first Wednesday of each month - subject to change.
Time: 4 p.m.
Location: Public Works Annex Building, 8600 SW Imperial Way, Bremerton


Public Commenting

There are three ways to provide public comment during SWAC meetings.

Internet Users
To provide comment during a meeting, click on the hand icon at the bottom of the screen to “raise your hand.” The Chair or designee will call upon you to speak at the designated time. 

Call-In Users 
Callers will be unmuted one at a time and asked whether the caller wishes to offer comment. The last four digits of the call-in number will be announced, and callers may announce their first and last name before speaking. 

Written Comments
To have your comment read during the meeting's designated public comment period, email the comment to kbevelhi@kitsap.gov by 12:00 p.m. the day before the meeting. To ensure your comment is read at the correct meeting, please include the following in your email:
  • Write “Solid Waste Advisory Committee” in your email subject line.
  • The date of the meeting the written comments are intended for.
  • Your first and last name (optional).
  • The agenda item or subject that your comment relates to.


Committee Members

The committee has 15 members who represent many interests, including the Board of County Commissioners, local jurisdictions, tribes, the U.S. Navy, local business, and the waste management industry.

Member
 Representing
 ​Term Ends
​Lori Cloutier
County Commissioner District 1
12/31/28
Eric Lenius
​County Commissioner District 2
​12/31/27
​Krisha Begalla
​County Commissioner District 3
​12/31/26
​Stephanie Bailey, Chair
​City of Port Orchard
​12/31/28
Laura Ryser
​City of Bainbridge Island
​12/31/27
​Melinda Monroe
​City of Bremerton
​12/31/28
​Shannon Wood
​City of Poulsbo
​12/31/28
​Josh Carter
​Port Gamble S'Klallam Tribe
​No term ending
​Shane Crowell
​Suquamish Tribe
​No term ending
​Les Hastings
​NAVFAC
​No term ending
​Heather Church
​Industry - Bainbridge Disposal
​No term ending
​Brian Lloyd
​Industry - Waste Management
​No term ending
​Bill Rich
​Commercial Representative
​12/31/27
Paisley Gallagher
​Agriculture
​12/31/28
Bob Gilby
​Organics Management
​12/31/28


Committee Documents