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March 1, 2024

Public Notice: UWMC-Northwest Major Institution Master Plan Final EIS

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Project Name: UWMC-Northwest Major Institution Master Plan (MIMP) Final EIS Proponent & Lead Agency: University of Washington Description of Proposal: The UW Medical Center – Northwest Major Institution Master Plan update will allow for space on the campus to accommodate projected population growth and corresponding increase in healthcare demands. It would also allow for replacing…


January 31, 2024

Determination of non-significance: Anderson Hall Renovation

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Pursuant to the provisions of WAC 197-11-340 and WAC 478-324-140, the University of Washington hereby provides public notice of: DETERMINATION OF NON-SIGNIFICANCE Project Name: Anderson Hall Renovation Proponent/Lead Agency: University of Washington–Seattle Campus Comment Period Closes: February 14, 2024 Description of Proposal: The proposed University of Washington Anderson Hall project is intended to provide interior…


Determination of non-significance: Lot E18 Solar Canopy Project

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Pursuant to the provisions of WAC 197-11-340 and WAC 478-324-140, the University of Washington hereby provides public notice of: DETERMINATION OF NON-SIGNIFICANCE Project Name: Lot E18 Solar Canopy Project Proponent/Lead Agency: University of Washington–Seattle Campus Comment Period Closes: February 14 2024 Description of Proposal: The University is proposing to install an approximately 4,820 SF solar…


January 9, 2024

Determination of non-significance: N26 and E2 Lots Fleet Charging Project

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Pursuant to the provisions of WAC 197-11-340 and WAC 478-324-140, the University of Washington hereby provides public notice of: DETERMINATION OF NON-SIGNIFICANCE Project Name: N26 and E2 Lots Fleet Charging Project Proponent/Lead Agency: University of Washington–Seattle Campus Comment Period Closes: January 23, 2024 Description of Proposal: The University is proposing to install approximately 80 electric…


December 21, 2023

UW statement regarding the outcome of the University of Washington Police Department employment trial

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We are disappointed in the decision reached by a King County Superior Court jury today in a racial harassment and retaliation case brought by four former officers and one current UWPD officer. Our attorneys are reviewing options for our next steps, including the potential for an appeal. The University of Washington is committed to providing…


November 30, 2023

Annual notification: Anti-kickback, Conflict of Interest, Whistleblower Act, Hotlines

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Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR 52.203-7) require the University of Washington to implement procedures designed to prevent and detect violations of the Anti-Kickback Act of 1986 (41 USC 51-58). In addition, state regulations (RCW 42.40) require the university to provide annual notification to employees of the procedures and protections under the Whistleblower Act. These articles are…


October 13, 2023

Determination of non-significance: East Campus Dock lmprovements

Pursuant to the provisions of WAC 197-11-340 and WAC 478-324-140, the University of Washington hereby provides public notice of: DETERMINATION OF NON-SIGNIFICANCE Project Name: East Campus Dock lmprovements Proponent/Lead Agency: University of Washington–Seattle Campus Comment Period Closes: October 27, 2023 Description of Proposal: The UW is proposing to repair, replace, and remove several docks located…


September 5, 2023

Public Notice: UWMC-Northwest Major Institution Master Plan SEPA Draft EIS

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 Project Name: UWMC-Northwest Major Institution Master Plan (MIMP) Proponent & Lead Agency: University of Washington Comment Period Closes: October 5, 2023 Description of Proposal: The UW Medical Center – Northwest Major Institution Master Plan will allow for space on the campus to accommodate projected population growth and corresponding increase in healthcare demands. It would also…


March 29, 2023

Determination of significance: UWMC-Northwest Major Institution Master Plan

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Project Name: UWMC-Northwest Major Institution Master Plan (MIMP) Proponent & Lead Agency: University of Washington Comment Period Closes: April 17, 2023 Description of Proposal: The UW Medical Center – Northwest Major Institution Master Plan will allow for space on the campus to accommodate projected population growth and corresponding increase in healthcare demands. It would also…


November 17, 2022

Annual notification: Anti-kickback, conflict of interest, whistleblower regulations and hotlines

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These articles are published as a reminder of the policies and procedures in place at the University of Washington.


July 13, 2022

Determination of non-significance: Basketball Training Facility / Health & High Performance Center

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Pursuant to the provisions of WAC 197-11-340 and WAC 478-324-140, the University of Washington hereby provides public notice of: Determination of non-significance for the Basketball Training Facility / Health & High Performance Center project.


July 5, 2022

Determination of non-significance: Site W27 Project

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Pursuant to the provisions of WAC 197-11-340 and WAC 478-324-140, the University of Washington hereby provides public notice of: Determination of non-significance


January 27, 2022

Determination of non-significance: Haring Center renovation

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Pursuant to the provisions of WAC 197-11-340 and WAC 478-324-140, the University of Washington hereby provides public notice of: Determination of non-significance


November 10, 2021

Public notice: Determination of non-significance for Interdisciplinary Engineering Building

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Pursuant to the provisions of WAC 197-11-340 and WAC 478-324-140, the University of Washington hereby provides public notice of: Determination of non-significance


Public notice: Determination of non-significance for IMA pool expansion

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Pursuant to the provisions of WAC 197-11-340 and WAC 478-324-140, the University of Washington hereby provides public notice of this determination of non-significance.


April 16, 2021

Official notice: Rule-making hearing for Chapters 478-116 and 478-161 WACs

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Notice is hereby given that a public hearing will be held from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. on Tuesday, April 27, 2021 via a zoom conference meeting. The details of the hearing are available on the University Policy and Rules Office website.


April 8, 2021

Official notice: UW accreditation evaluation by Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

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Next week the UW will undergo a comprehensive evaluation visit by its accrediting body, the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities. This review will involve an assessment of the UW’s initiatives and efforts related to student success, its institutional effectiveness and mission, as well as governance, resources and capacity.


February 3, 2021

Public hearing notice: Rule-making hearing for Chapter 478-121 WAC

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Notice is hereby given that a public hearing will be held from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 16, 2021, via a Zoom conference meeting. The details of the hearing are available on the University Policy and Rules Office website.


January 28, 2021

Official notice: UW determination of non-significance adoption of existing document

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The UW Bothell Husky Village Redevelopment project is being proposed in Development Area D of the campus to provide residence halls, apartments, dining, gathering and office space.


January 12, 2021

Official notice: University of Washington accreditation evaluation visit by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

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This public notification serves as an invitation for third-party comments, which should be sent directly to the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.


December 8, 2020

Annual notification: Anti-kickback, conflict of interest, whistleblower regulations and hotlines

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Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR 52.203-7) require the University of Washington to implement procedures designed to prevent and detect violations of the Anti-Kickback Act of 1986 (41 USC 51-58). In addition, state regulations (RCW 42.40) require the university to provide annual notification to employees of the procedures and protections under the Whistleblower Act. These articles are…


October 1, 2020

Official notice: Northwest Behavioral Health Teaching Facility — adoption of existing document and addendum

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The proposed UW Medical Center – Northwest Behavioral Health Teaching Facility is intended to provide innovative and integrated behavioral health care and teaching services to address the shortage of such services in the state of Washington. It would include the construction of a new building on the site of the existing D-wing building, would be up to seven stories tall, and provide approximately 210,000 square feet of above grade building space.


April 15, 2020

Public notice: Determination of non-significance (Health Sciences Education Building)

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Pursuant to the provisions of WAC 197-11-340 and WAC 478-324-140, the University of Washington hereby provides public notice of: Determination of non-significance


Public notice: Determination of non-significance (Softball Performance Facility)

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Pursuant to the provisions of WAC 197-11-340 and WAC 478-324-140, the University of Washington hereby provides public notice of: Determination of non-significance


Public notice: Determination of non-significance (Founders Hall)

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Pursuant to the provisions of WAC 197-11-340 and WAC 478-324-140, the University of Washington hereby provides public notice of: Determination of non-significance


December 11, 2019

Annual notification: Anti-kickback, conflict of interest, whistleblower regulations and hotlines

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Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR 52.203-7) require the University of Washington to implement procedures designed to prevent and detect violations of the Anti-Kickback Act of 1986 (41 USC 51-58).


April 15, 2019

Public hearing notice: Joint hearing with UW Bothell and Cascadia College

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The purpose of the hearing is to allow all interested persons an opportunity to present their views, either orally or in writing, on the proposed amendments to Chapter 478-117 WAC “Parking and Traffic Rules of the University of Washington, Bothell” and corresponding proposed amendments to Chapter 132Z-116 WAC “Parking and Traffic Rules of Cascadia College.”


April 9, 2019

Public hearing notice: Parking and traffic rules of UW Tacoma

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The purpose of the hearing is to allow all interested persons an opportunity to present their views, either orally or in writing, on the proposed amendments to Chapter 478-118, “Parking and Traffic Rules of the University of Washington, Tacoma.”


April 8, 2019

Public hearing notice: Parking and traffic rules of the UW

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Notice is hereby given that a public hearing will be held at 10 am on Friday, April 19, 2019, at the University of Washington Police Department Conference Room located at 3939 15th Ave NE, Seattle, WA 98105.


February 12, 2019

Notice of Expedited Rule Making (Per RCW 34.05.353)

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Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: The University of Washington currently has an emergency rule in effect and this proposal is to make permanent those recent updates to the university’s definition of service animal in WAC 478-128-020 to align with the updates to RCW 49.60.040 concerning service animals.


November 9, 2018

Public notice: Availability of a final Environmental Impact Statement

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Pursuant to the provisions of WAC 197-11-455, 197-11-510 and WAC 478-324-140, the University of Washington hereby provides public notice of the availability of a final Environmental Impact Statement. Project name: Husky Stadium Transportation Management Plan Proponent/lead agency: University of Washington – Seattle Campus Description of proposal: The university is updating the Husky Stadium Transportation Management…


November 1, 2018

University of Washington public hearing notice for Nov. 7

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Notice is hereby given that a public hearing will be held at 10 am on Wednesday, November 7, 2018, at the University of Washington Police Department Conference Room located at 3939 15th Ave NE, Seattle, WA 98105.


January 30, 2018

Official notice: Action on UW Bothell/Cascadia College Campus Master Plan

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Notice is given under SEPA, RCW 43.21C.080, that the University of Washington Board of Regents, to the action described below on Jan. 11, 2018. Any action to set aside, enjoin, review or otherwise challenge such action on the grounds of noncompliance with the provisions of Chapter 43.21C RCW (State Environmental Policy Act) shall be commenced…


January 9, 2018

Public hearing notice: Governing access to public records, copying

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The purpose of the hearing is to allow all interested persons an opportunity to present their views, either orally or in writing, on the proposed amendments to WAC 478-276-100, “Governing Access to Public Records, Copying.”


November 29, 2017

Official notice: Determination of significance and request for comments on scope of EIS

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Project Name: Husky Stadium Transportation Management Plan Proponent: University of Washington – Seattle Campus Description of Proposal: The University is updating the Husky Stadium Transportation Management Plan (TMP). The University’s goal is to prepare a TMP that accommodates a maximum crowd of 70,000 people; modifies mode goals and operational logistics for hosting smaller  events than football games…


July 13, 2017

Anti-kickback, conflict of interest and whistleblower regulations; supplemental compliance resources

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Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR 52.203-7) require the University to implement procedures designed to prevent and detect violations of the Anti-Kickback Act of 1986 (41 USC 51-58). In addition, State regulations (RCW 42.40) require the University to provide annual notification to employees of the procedures and protections under the Whistleblower Act. These articles are published as a reminder of the policies and procedures in place at the University of Washington.


July 5, 2017

Public Notice: Availability of final Environmental Impact Statement and proposed shoreline public access plan

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The Final 2018 Seattle Campus Master Plan and Final EIS are available online at http://cpd.uw.edu/cmp/about and at the following libraries: Seattle Public Libraries Central, University, and Montlake branches; UW Libraries Suzzallo (Reference Division) and Health Sciences branches.


May 16, 2017

Public hearing notice: Student Conduct Code for the University of Washington

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The purpose of the hearing is to allow all interested persons an opportunity to present their views, either orally or in writing, on the proposed new Chapter 478-121 WAC, “Student Conduct Code for the University of Washington,” and the repeal of the current Chapter 478-120 WAC, as well as amendments to various cross-references to the chapter and its sections in Title 478 WAC.


April 19, 2017

Official notice: Housekeeping amendments to various Title 478 WAC rules

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Notice of Expedited Rule Making (Per RCW 34.05.353) Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information:  Housekeeping amendments to various Title 478 WAC rules. Statutory Authority for Adoption and Statute Being Implemented:  RCW 28B.20.130. Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules:  Housekeeping changes to Title 478 WAC rules are…


March 28, 2017

Public notice: Availability of a final supplemental environmental impact statement

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The University is proposing a site selection and construction of a new above and below grade building to create a physical convening space and compelling catalyst for Population Health endeavors across all three UW campuses, the region and the world, creating a high profile marker for the UW’s commitment to Population Health, as outlined in President Ana Mari Cauce’s May 2016 address to the community.



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