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Anastasia Everett, CDBG Program manager for Olympia, shows a graph of CDBG funds allocated to the city, which has dwindled over the years.
Olympia appeals for increased Community Development Block Grant funding amid proposed budget cuts
In light of the proposed cuts to the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) fund in the Fiscal Year 2025 national budget, the Olympia City Council urged federal lawmakers to advocate for increasing … more
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Environmental Planning and Programs Director Shawn Gilbertson presented a slide showing how much more the Port of Olympia needs to continue the investigation work on Budd Inlet.
Ports seeks additional funding to continue investigation of Budd Inlet
The Port of Olympia is seeking $6.6 million to complete the investigation into Budd Inlet's contamination, according to Environmental Planning and Programs Director Shawn Gilbertson, who spoke to the … more
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Eli Sterling, organizer of Procession of the Species, attended the Thurston Board of County Commissioners meeting on April 16, 2024 to receive the Earth Day proclamation.
Earth Day: County commissioners urge engagement in activities
The Thurston Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) officially proclaimed April 22 as Earth Day, urging residents to participate in various events to foster environmental awareness and sustainability. … more
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In proposing a new tax audit program, Olympia's Tax and License analyst Brandie Andrews says its establishment would cost around $500,000 but the city would see a potential revenue increase through this program.
Olympia developing new business tax audit program
The Olympia City Council, on Tuesday, approved continued work on establishing a new tax audit program, which aims to improve business tax compliance for local establishments operating in the city. … more
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April 16, 2024, Thurston’s Board of County Commissioners approved a Memorandum of Understanding with the Family Support Center in applying for the Department of Justice’s Office on Violence Against Women Grants to Improve the Criminal Justice Response Program.
County joins with Family Support Center to apply for violence against women grant
Thurston’s Board of County Commissioners (BoCC) approved the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the county and the Family Support Center (FSC) in applying for the Department of … more
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Chelsea Yarwood, Lacey’s Accounting Manager, explained the city’s Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting Program from the Government Finance Officers during the Lacey City Council meeting on April 16, 2024.
Lacey awarded for excellence in financial reporting
The Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) honored the City of Lacey with the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting Program for its 2022 budget report. During … more
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Roger Jones, the Community Engagement Director for Family Education Support Services (FES) distributed blue pinwheels to the Lacey Council on April 16, 2024, symbolizing national solidarity in preventing child abuse.
Lacey proclaims April as Child Abuse Prevention Month
The City of Lacey joined the nation in dedicating April to the prevention of child abuse during its council meeting on April 16. Mayor Andy Ryder, on behalf of the city council, officially … more
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Olympia Planning Commission
Olympia Planning Commission recommending Capital Mall Triangle plan, with amendments
On Monday, April 15, the Olympia Planning Commission voted to recommend approval of the Capital Mall Triangle subarea plan to the Land Use and Environment Committee, with some amendments around … more
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Chief Executive Officer of Experience Olympia & Beyond Annette Pitts met with Thurston’s Board of County Commissioners on Monday, April 8 for tourism updates.
11 million tourists visited Thurston County last year, says report
Experience Olympia & Beyond Chief Executive Officer Annette Pitts shared in her report that an estimated 11,081,763 tourists visited Thurston County from January 1, 2023, to December 31, 2023. … more
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VFW representative Darcy McGardee proposed a community dialogue to find potential solutions to neighborhood disturbances.
Veterans’ group airs concerns on neighborhood disturbances from nearby supportive housing
Representatives of the Martin Way Veterans of Foreign Wars post shared their concerns regarding the disturbances they are experiencing caused by residents at the nearby Unity Commons shelter.  … more
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Zandt Bryan, Sexual Health and Prevention Program Manager at the Department of Health, underscored the urgent need for heightened awareness and proactive measures to combat the increasing prevalence of STIs, particularly syphilis, during the Thurston’s Board of Health meeting on April 9, 2024.
State warns against increasing syphilis cases in Thurston County
A representative from the Washington State Department of Health (DOH) raised concern about the increasing number of cases of Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs), particularly syphilis, in the … more
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Thurston’s Joint Animal Services Commission (JASCOM) has entered into a service contract with the Nisqually Tribe during its meeting on April 8, 2024.
Joint Animal Services partners with Nisqually Indian Tribe
In a move aimed at bolstering animal welfare services, Thurston’s Joint Animal Services Commission (JASCOM) has entered into a service contract with the Nisqually Indian Tribe. more
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Local artist Abe Singer presented a maquette of the entryway and bird blind concept at the Arts Commission meeting.
Local artist Abe Singer presents concept design to transform water tank at the Grass Lake Nature Park
The Olympia Arts Commission approved and accepted the design concept for the Grass Lake Nature Park public art project and recommended it to the city council for consideration. At the April 11 … more
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Olympic Region Clean Air Agency’s board of directors amended its policy to exclude small gas facilities from its registration program.
24 sites may be exempt from ORCAA’s registration program due to policy change
Twenty-four sites may now be exempted from the Olympic Region Clean Air Agency’s (ORCAA) registration program after its board of directors amended its policy on Wednesday, April 10. The … more
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The Olympia City Council appoints 24 new committee members and honors 22 departing members at its Tuesday meeting, April 9, 2024.
Olympia appoints 24 volunteers, honors departing committee members
The Olympia City Council approved appointments to fill vacancies on 11 advisory boards and committees on Tuesday, April 9. A total of 64 community members applied for the 31 open positions. The … more
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At a Tuesday, April 9, 2024 meeting, the Olympia City Council did not adopt the proposed code amendment for drive-though.
Olympia City Council votes down proposal to allow drive-throughs on Plum Street
After almost an hour of discussing options for balancing housing, climate goals, safety, and health, the Olympia City Council voted not to adopt the proposed amendment to allow drive-throughs on Plum … more
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Tumwater City Council and Planning Commission members, along with citizens, listen to City Planning Manager Brad Medrud (right center of photo, in black jacket) pointing out features of a new development, Forest Park Townhomes, in a tour of existing middle housing. The tour serves to provide ideas as the city updates its Comprehensive Plan.
Tumwater Council, Planning Commission tours housing options
The Tumwater City Council and Planning Commission took to the road in a joint work session on Tuesday, April 9, to look at existing approaches to housing developments in the city and in Olympia. … more
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Thurston County Sheriff Derek Sanders (2nd from the left) met Thurston’s Board of County Commissioners yesterday, April 10, 2024, to share updates on its planned aviation program.
Thurston County Sheriff working to procuring helicopter exclusive to search, rescue, and pursuit missions
“Thurston County Sheriff's Office (TCSO) is the 5th largest sheriff's office in the state. All four sheriff's offices that are larger than us have aviation programs,” Thurston County … more
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Fire Chief Brian Hurley briefed the Tumwater Public Health and Safety Committee about the city’s new comprehensive emergency management plan.
Tumwater committee recommends new emergency management plan
Tumwater Public Health and Safety Committee endorsed to its city council Tuesday, April 9, a resolution updating its comprehensive emergency management plan (CEMP). more
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The LOTT properties were supposed to be the location of a reclaimed water treatment facility.
LOTT extending deadline for Tumwater’s purchase of Deschutes Valley properties
The City of Tumwater and LOTT Clean Water Alliance are looking to extend the deadline for a memorandum of understanding (MOU) that will lead to Tumwater’s purchase of three LOTT properties in … more
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