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Olympia City Council approved giving $412,500 to fund struggling performance arts organizations in the city.
Olympia approves funding for supporting struggling local theater and other arts programs
Olympia City Council has approved a $412,500 fund to support struggling local theater organizations and invest in downtown Olympia's programs. According to Olympia Economic Development Director … more
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Sustainability Coordinator Alyssa Jones Wood updates the Tumwater Public Works Committee on the recently installed EV charging stations at city hall.
Energy savings company proposes power efficiency measures to Tumwater
Energy savings company MacDonald-Miller Facility Solutions has completed a preliminary audit of public facilities in Tumwater to identify potential energy-saving measures, Sustainability Coordinator … more
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Lacey City Hall, shown in November 2020.
Lacey Planning Commission recommends 6-year transportation improvement program
The Lacey Planning Commission formally recommended its six-year Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) to the city council. Members of the commission unanimously voted in favor of the … more
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Olympia's Public Works Department receives the Project of the Year award from the American Public Works Association (APWA) for its Franklin Street improvements Project. APWA Washington chapter president Lauren Behm announced the award at the Olympia City Council meeting on Tuesday, May 16, 2023.
Olympia lauded for Franklin Street improvements project; proclaims May 21-27, 2023 as National Public Works Week
Olympia City has received the Project of the Year award for the enhanced mobility for all modes of transportation in its Franklin Street improvements. The American Public Works Association … more
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At the Olympia City Council meeting held Tuesday, May 16, 2023, Councilmember Yen Huynh recommended the appointment of nine individuals who will serve on the Cultural Access Advisory Board.
Olympia appoints 11 new members to cultural access, arts, heritage advisory boards
The Olympia City Council has approved appointing nine community members who will sit on the Cultural Access Program Advisory Board. At the city council meeting on Tuesday, May 16, councilmember … more
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Staff liaison Michelle Swanson (center, top panel) led the orientation of the newest Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee (BPAC) members.
Olympia Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee welcomes new members
The Olympia Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee (BPAC) met on Wednesday, May 17, to orient its new members. The five new BPAC members, Margaret Slighte, Jeremy Mott, Robert Vanderpool, … more
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The team packed 500 bags for AKW on the first packing event in Lacey. Back row: Andrew Sullivan, Spencer Hall, Gracie Kuttel, Julie Stringfellow, Daejalynn Lenard, Paula Seann, Maria Kollin, Lane Kollin, Jalia Aboy, Erin Serder, Leo Koch, Riley Richards Front row: Jordan Kaye, Tiffany Lam, Lauren Bouwman, Kaylee Bennett
Komachin students in Lacey exceed their March of Dimes donation goals, QR code sharing strategy used
The Komachin Middle School chapter of Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) has raised $2,177.00 of its $500 goal starting in January 2023 for its national service partner, the March of Dimes. … more
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Port Commissioner District 5 is in light blue, wedged between District 2 (in orange) and District 1 (in red).
Still on the fence about running for office?
As of today's close of business, no one has filed to run for the new Port Commissioner seat for District 5, which covers most of the city of Lacey and areas north of its boundaries. Otherwise, … more
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The red markings show the location of 13 road segments whose pavements are scheduled for repair this year.
Pavement repairs on 13 Tumwater roads scheduled for this year
Tumwater City Council authorized Mayor Debbie Sullivan to sign a $3.9 million public works contract with Miles Resources, LLC, for this year’s pavement maintenance project. Bill Lindauer, … more
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Thurston County Auditor Mary Hall recognized the efforts of the county staff for receiving a “Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting” from the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA).
Thurston County recognized for 'excellence in financial reporting'
Thurston County recently received the “Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting” from the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA), announced County Manager … more
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Larry Watkinson and Sarah Norton of the State Disability Inclusion Network received Olympia's Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD) proclamation signed by Mayor Cheryl Selby on Tuesday, May 16, 2023.
Olympia proclaims May 18 as Global Accessibility Awareness Day
Olympia City Council signed a proclamation designating May 18, 2023, as Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD) on Tuesday, May 16. Global Accessibility Awareness Day was established 12 years … more
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Olympia Transportation Director Sophie Stimson discussed the Transportation Master Plan finance overview at the Planning Commission meeting on Monday, May 15, 2023.
Olympia City Council to review policy on property owners' role in sidewalk repairs
Olympia Transportation Director Sophie Stimson announced that the city council and the Land Use and Environment Committee are contemplating reviewing different policy approaches for sidewalk repairs, … more
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Olympia wants communities thoughts on proposed building electrification amendments
Olympia is seeking community members’ feedback on its proposed amendments to the state’s energy code to reduce fossil fuel use in new buildings in the city. In a press release, the … more
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Enrolling at the Capitol Campus Childcare Center
$10M ‘net-zero’ Capitol Campus Childcare Center officially opens in Olympia
(The Center Square) – Holding a baby identified as Leo in his arms, Gov. Jay Inslee touted the benefits of a new $10 million “net-zero” child care center located at the state … more
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National Weather Service radar image of the Thunderstorm moving through Thurston County and its predicted path.
Thunderstorms alert tonight
The National Weather Service has issued an alert that scattered showers and thunderstorms are possible this evening. The radar image shows the storm currently covering the southern half of Thurston … more
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Tumwater School Board held a hybrid meeting last Thursday, May 11 discussing TVA's potential suspension.
Tumwater Virtual Academy faces suspension from lack of students
Tumwater School District Interim Superintendent Carole Meyer moved to suspend Tumwater Virtual Academy (TVA)’s operations during a board meeting last Thursday, May 11, citing enrolment issues. … more
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A preview of the proposed mural for the Olympia Senior Center.
Arts Commission gives go-ahead to create a new mural at the Olympia Senior Center
The Olympia Arts Commission has approved the proposed mural that will be painted at the Olympia Senior Center. The mural will be the first large art piece that depicts aging and seniors in the city … more
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Olympia's Site Plan Review Committee on Wednesday, May 10, 2023, held a presubmission conference for the change of use of the former Mattress Firm location at 2415 Capital Mall Drive SW.
Olympia committee reviews Safelite AutoGlass' possible relocation to 2415 Capital Mall Drive SW
Safelite AutoGlass is eyeing the previous Mattress Firm location at 2415 Capital Mall Drive SW as the possible new site for an auto glass repair shop. At the Olympia Site Plan Review Committee … more
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Olympia's City Council with members of the local Jewish and AAANHPI community.
Olympia celebrates Heritage Month by recognizing celebrating Jewish American, Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
The Olympia City Council signed two proclamations for May 2023, celebrating Jewish American Heritage Month and Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month. … more
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CP&D principal planner Joyce Phillips briefed the Olympia Planning Commission on the ongoing Comprehensive Plan 2045 update during a meeting held Monday, May 1, 2023.
Olympia seeks community participation in its Comprehensive Plan 2045 update
Olympia seeks community members' feedback and participation in updating the city's Comprehensive Plan 2045 through the survey. The survey asks the participants to review the Comprehensive Plan's … more
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