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This screenshot shows the Citizen Toolbox calculator for the proposed fire benefit charge for residential properties.
Thinking about the proposed Regional Fire Authority?  So is Larry Dzieza
When Larry Dzieza saw that a square root was part of a formula that Olympia and Tumwater were planning to propose that would calculate a new fee to cover some of the costs involved with providing … more
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This slide is included in the packet for the October 25, 2022 joint meeting of the Tumwater and Olympia city councils.
How much would you pay if a Fire Benefit Charge is approved? Calculate it here
Spinning off Tumwater’s and Olympia’s fire departments would create a new local government agency with its own taxing authority. The two city councils are set to meet to consider the … more
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The Olympia City Council approved the appointment of seven individuals who will serve in the Inspire Olympia Cultural Access ad hoc committee on October 18, 2022.
Olympia okays appointments of Inspire Olympia Cultural Access ad hoc committee
The Olympia City Council on Tuesday, October 18, approved the appointment of seven candidates who will serve on an ad hoc committee for the Inspire Olympia Cultural Access program. Marygrace … more
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The Olympia Site Plan Committee reviewed two project proposals for the reuse of buildings at 525 Cherry Street SE for Ilk Beer and at 2124 Pacific Avenue SE for Vic's Pizza Pacific project on October 19, 2022.
Olympia reviews brewery, pizza place proposals
The Site Plan Review Committee held a pre-submission conference to reuse two buildings at 525 Cherry Street SE for Ilk Beer and at 2124 Pacific Avenue SE for Vic's Pizza Pacific project on Wednesday, … more
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Olympia's Planning Commission is against the adoption of the 2023 Preliminary CFP. Commission chair Zainab Nejati and Greg Quetin, the finance subcommittee chair, presented their recommendations to the city council on Tuesday, October 18.
Olympia Planning Commission: No to the adoption of the 2023 Preliminary Capital Facilities Plan
The Olympia Planning Commission cautioned against adopting the 2023-2028 Preliminary Capital Plans Facilities (CFP) unless revisions are done to the transportation section, which "lacks progress … more
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Community members Larry Dzieza and Melissa Allen expressed frustration with the city's non-prioritization of the sidewalks project in the 2023 Capital Facilities Plan. The Olympia City Council opened the public hearing for the 2023 Preliminary CFP on Tuesday, October 18, 2022.
Community members demand prioritization of sidewalk projects
Former Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee Jim Lazar urged Olympia council members to hold a study session with advisory committees and community activists to discuss funding for the … more
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One of the winning artworks of the 2023 Calendar Art Contest hosted by the Olympia Public Works Water Resources Division.
Olympia students recognized for winning Water Resources' calendar art contest
The Olympia City Council on Tuesday, October 18, recognized 13 middle school students who won the 2023 Calendar Art Contest hosted by the Public Works Water Resources Division. Erin Conine, senior … more
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This is an image of the October 13, 2022 Olympia School District board meeting.
Olympia School Board appoints Talauna Reed to serve remainder of unexpired term
The Olympia School Board has selected Talauna Reed to fill the unexpired term of former school board director Justin McKaughan, who resigned last August 31. The school board took this action … more
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"Access to housing is something we're actively working on expanding in our community, and providing fair access is critical,” Olympia Housing Program specialist Christa Lenssen said.
Community called to fill out Fair Housing survey to address barriers in Olympia, Thurston County
Olympia, Thurston County, and the Housing Authority of Thurston County are asking community members to share their input on the fair housing assessment, which would give authorities tools to assess … more
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Ellis Cove, in Priest Point Park in Olympia, in January 2021.
Olympia Finance Committee clarifies park impact fee
The Olympia Finance Committee held its regular meeting yesterday, to brief the council about the park impact fee. According to a presentation by FCS Group Consulting Principal John Ghilarducci, … more
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Home Programs Manager Darian Lightfoot explained a resolution authorizing the 2022 Home Fund grant to enter an agreement with Homes First on October 18, 2022.
Olympia approves funding for low-rent housing organization
The Olympia City Council on Tuesday, October 18, approved more than $400,000 in grants to Homes First to purchase five single-family homes and add two accessory dwelling units to their current homes … more
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Karen Messmer of Olympia, a previous city council member, at a previous event that was with Thurston Climate Action Team, focused on electric cars at Thurston Climate Action Team's flash mob gathering on Sat., Sept. 25, 2021.
Former Olympia council member: Focus on items essential to public
Former Olympia council member Karen Messmer expressed support for the plans to put city staff members for climate work but said additional staff in the Climate Program is not the only effort the … more
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Traditional India family portrait. Indian parents and children in a blessing ceremony.
October is Hindu American Awareness Month in Olympia
The Olympia City Council signed a proclamation designating October 2022 as Hindu American Awareness and Appreciation Month. The proclamation recognizes Hindu Americans for their contributions to … more
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Tumwater may have controlled burning taking place on private property at 8410 Old Highway 99 SE this Thursday, October 20.
Roadwork along Olympia’s Sleater-Kinney, Tumwater has controlled burn at Old Highway 99
Sleater-Kinney Road may have traffic disruptions tomorrow, October 19. Workers from the city’s Vegetation and Habitat Operations will be working on the street’s medians between San Mar … more
Close-up of people putting the garbage into the big black bags outdoors
All about becoming the change you wish to see in the world – now and local
Have you ever wanted to ‘make a difference? Well, you get that opportunity every year! Make a Difference Day is celebrated on the fourth Saturday of October, which is this next Saturday, … more
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Olympia committee recommends two appointments for the Police Use of Force Board
The Olympia City Council is slated to approve the appointments of two candidates to fill vacancies on the Police Use of Force Events Board on Tuesday, October 18. After two years of recruiting, … more
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The Olympia City Council will open a public hearing for the preliminary 2023 operating budget on Tuesday, October 18. The 2023 budget proposed the creation of at least 15 new full-time positions on various items.
Olympia to hold public hearing on proposed 2023 budget
The Olympia City Council will hold its first public hearing for the 2023 operating budget on Tuesday, October 18. In a recent city council study session, Olympia City Manager Jay Burney submitted … more
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Parents and students attending the October 13, 2022 Olympia School District board meeting commented on Olympia Regional Learning Academy's recent policy changes.
Sudden changes at the Olympia Regional Learning Academy have community members pushing back
Critical comments filled the public comment section during the Olympia School District meeting on Thursday, October 13, regarding Olympia Regional Learning Academy (ORLA). Around a dozen parents, … more
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The Armory.
Drafted plans for Armory open for public comment
Olympia will host a presentation on its plans for the Armory Saturday, October 22, at 2 p.m. The draft plan is a result of over a year of concept design involving over 1,500 direct participants … more
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The Olympia Site Plan Committee approved the land use recommendation for the six-unit apartment project on 13th Avenue and Cherry Street on October 12, 2022.
Housing project on 13th Avenue and Cherry Street greenlit in Olympia
Olympia’s Site Plan Review Committee yesterday approved a land use recommendation for a housing project on 532 13th and Cherry Street SE. Olympia associate planner Jackson Ewing said the … more
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