Learn about the Real Estate Appraiser Commission members and find public meetings, agendas and minutes.
The purpose of this advisory commission is to provide new insights, solve business problems, and serve as a liaison between appraisal practitioners, the public, and the Department of Licensing.
The members of the commission have the following duties and responsibilities:
- Meet at the call of the director or upon its own initiative.
- Serve as a liaison between licensed appraisers, the public, and the Department of Licensing.
- Study the Certified Real Estate Appraiser Act (18.140 RCW) and recommend changes to the director or the legislature.
Commission members
Below are the current commission members, roles, and term expiration dates.
| Member | Role | Term expires |
|---|---|---|
| Scott Biethan, Certified General | Chair | January 31, 2027 |
| Claire Elston, Certified Residential | Vice Chair | August 31, 2025 |
| Brent Palmer, Certified General | Commissioner | May 31, 2024 |
| Dean Potter, Certified General | Commissioner | January 31, 2027 |
| Jay Sporn, Certified Residential | Commissioner | August 31, 2025 |
| Stan Sidor, Certified General | Commissioner | January 10, 2026 |
| Denise Stephens, Certified Residential | Commissioner | January 10, 2026 |
Commission meetings
This is a record of the meeting schedule, agendas, minutes, and materials related to each meeting.
Upcoming meetings
| Meeting date and location | Agenda, minutes, and other materials |
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| October 12, 2023 10 a.m. Virtual meeting |
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Past meetings
| Meeting date and location | Agenda, minutes, and other materials |
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| July 13, 2023 10 a.m. Virtual meeting |
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| May 16, 2023 10 a.m. Virtual meeting |
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| April 13, 2023 10 a.m. Meeting cancelled due to lack of quorum |
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| January 12, 2023 10 a.m. Virtual meeting |
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| November 17, 2022 9 a.m. Virtual meeting |
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