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Lacey Youth Council Mayor Justin Begley urged North Thurston Public Schools (NTPS) to revisit its safety protocols and hear student concerns following lockout incidents at Timberline High School.
Lacey Youth Council says local schools are not prepared to keep children safe
Lacey Youth Council Mayor Justin Begley urged North Thurston Public Schools (NTPS) to revisit its safety protocols and hear students’ concerns following lockout incidents at Timberline High … more
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This is the Washington State Legislative Building, as seen from Capitol Lake, photographed on May 5, 2017
State allocates $7 million for Deschutes Estuary restoration project
The Washington state legislature allocated $7 million for the Deschutes Estuary restoration project as part of its 2023-2024 operating budget, which Congress passed on Sunday, April 23, before … more
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Nodal development concept of the Martin Way corridor. The Olympia City Council held a study session to discuss the Martin Way corridor development.
Regional planning council urges collaboration for Martin Way strategy
The city council was urged to seek collaboration with other jurisdictions to promote growth on the Martin Way corridor in Tuesday’s Olympia City Council study session. To prioritize regional … more
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The Lacey Commission on Equity (COE) unanimously approved to recommend the Advisory Board Stipend Program to the Lacey City Council during the April 24, 2023 public meeting.
Lacey Equity team pushes for stipend program for advisory boards, commissioners
The Lacey Commission on Equity (COE) unanimously approved recommending the Advisory Board Stipend Program to the Lacey City Council. During the commission’s meeting on Monday, April 24, … more
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Ballots being sorted, photo November 7, 2022.
Ballots due today in Olympia and Tumwater as voters decide on Proposition 1, proposed regional fire authority
As of 3 p.m. Monday, April 24, some 12,081 voters, or about 22.4 percent of registered voters have cast their ballots for or against Proposition 1, which would create a new regional fire authority … more
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The retreat center, which is owned by a group of churches, is located on approximately 28 acres of land, with 7.5 acres currently zoned as High-Density Residential.
Lacey to decide on rezoning Gwinwood Retreat Center
Lacey is currently considering a request to rezone the Gwinwood Retreat Center from High-Density Residential to Open Space Institutional. Planning Manager Ryan Andrews said a public hearing would … more
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The water resources department would rent three rooms with a combined floor space of 2,400 square feet in the natural sciences building of South Puget Sound Community College.
Tumwater’s water resources department moving to office in South Puget Sound Community College
Tumwater’s water resources and sustainability department is moving out of city hall and into a rental space at South Puget Sound Community College (SPSCC), Department Director Dan Smith … more
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RWD Landscape Architects came up with the draft of the preferred alternative after holding an open house that attracted around 50 residents.
Tumwater commission shapes preferred alternative for Trails End Park
The Tumwater Park and Recreation Commission discussed a draft for the preferred alternative of the programming and layout of a neighborhood park on Trails End Drive and 79th Avenue. RWD Landscape … more
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Capitol Lake Towers is a condominium building; its unit owners would be incorrectly charged some $900 more than specified in the RFA documents due to an error in calculating square footages for each unit.
More errors found in proposed Fire Benefit Charge Calculator for apartments, condos and mixed-use owners
In addition to those reported previously, The JOLT has identified more errors in the calculator provided by Olympia and Tumwater’s proposed Regional Fire Authority (RFA). The calculator allows … more
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Tom Webster, manager of Thurston County's Office of Housing and Homeless Prevention, briefed the Board of County Commissioners on the 2023-2027 fair housing assessment.
Federal housing funds a little closer to Thurston County
The Board of County Commissioners (BoCC) approved its 2023-2027 fair housing assessment on Tuesday, April 18, moving a step closer to securing funding from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban … more
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Expect to find this flag all around Olympia
Olympia proclaims April 2023 as Earth Month
The Olympia City Council, on Tuesday, April 18, signed a proclamation designating the month of April as Earth Month. Olympia has joined Governor Jay Inslee in proclaiming the entire month to be … more
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Olympia's assistant city manager Rich Hoey gave the city council a briefing on the public health conditions caused by homelessness.
Homelessness cited as grounds for Olympia to extend its public health emergency declaration
The Olympia City Council declared a continuing public health emergency, claiming that homelessness continues to present significant public health and safety issues for the entire community. The … more
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Frontage improvements along Trails End Rd and 79th Ave. include stormwater facilities.
Tumwater developing a roundabout on Old Highway 99 at 79th Ave
If you've ever tried to turn left onto Old Highway 99 from 79th Avenue and been frustrated by speeding traffic in both directions, you'll be glad to know that a roundabout is coming. The Tumwater … more
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Cultural Access Program Manager Marygrace Goddu updated the Olympia City Council on the recently-concluded work of the ad hoc committee on Tuesday, April 18, 2023.
Olympia's Cultural Access Program ad hoc committee readies its recommendations
The Inspire Olympia Cultural Access ad hoc committee has completed creating the framework for the new program. One of its recommendations is to start simple and evolve with the community. At the … more
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What's happening next week?
Tumwater Earth Day, April 22, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. Each year, Tumwater Parks & Recreation teams up with the PARC Foundation to celebrate Earth Day. Join other volunteers in a service project to … more
Tumwater City Administrator John Doan delivers his farewell remarks to the city council.
John Doan attends last Tumwater City Council meeting as city administrator
John Doan, who is set to retire after 13 years as Tumwater’s city administrator, gave his farewell remarks to the city council on Tuesday, April 18. Doan noted that the Tuesday meeting was … more
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At the Olympia City Council meeting held Tuesday, April 18, 2023, the city council authorized Mayor Selby to sign a letter requesting the BOCC for three modifications in the joint plan before its adoption.
Olympia asks for 3 minor changes in its support for joint plan with Thurston County
The Olympia City Council, on Tuesday, April 18, authorized Mayor Cheryl Selby to sign a letter of support for the adoption of the Olympia Joint Plan and request to the Board of County Commissioners … more
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The Olympia City Council approved a resolution recognizing the Olympia Firehouse 5, a nonprofit organization for retired firefighters, during the meeting held Tuesday, April 18, 2023.
Preserving fire service history, Olympia Firehouse 5 recognized for contributions to Olympia
The Olympia City Council has approved a resolution giving the designation of "Station 5" to Olympia Firehouse 5, a nonprofit organization of retired firefighters whose mission is to preserve fire … more
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Olympia, Lacey, Tumwater taking part in water conservation incentive and rebate programs that benefit homeowners.
Spring water saving free kits and rebates for households
Spring water conservation The City of Olympia is implementing water conservation efforts through savings, rebates, and free kits. Other localities, such as Lacey and Tumwater, also have incentives … more
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At the Olympia Planning Commission meeting held Monday, April 17, 2023, seven commissioners approved the recommendation on parking code amendments, including zero parking space minimum for all housing developments.
Olympia Planning Commission approves zero parking space for new house developments
With a vote of 7-2, the Olympia Planning Commission approved the recommendation for the parking code amendments, including removing the minimum parking space for all residential developments, on … more
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