It is the policy of eastern Washington state historical society that any project shall be accomplished in compliance with chapter 43.21C RCW, the State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA) and in accordance with chapter 197-11 WAC, guidelines for the State Environmental Policy Act implementation. Further, it is the policy of the society to provide leadership in resource conservation and environmental protection. Environmental issues will be considered in the decision-making and planning process. To this end, eastern Washington state historical society adopts by reference chapter 197-11 WAC, SEPA guidelines and all subsequent amendments thereto. In compliance with chapter 197-11 WAC, the executive director is the responsible official for carrying out this policy.