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Olympia mayor Cheryl Selby (center) with some city advisory committee members.
Olympia wants advisory committee members
Olympia is looking for community members interested in serving on its various advisory committees. According to an Olympia press release, there are currently eleven vacancies in various advisory … more
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Port commissioners improved a consultant agreement with General Counsel Richard Hughes to extend his term and increase his contract’s not-to-exceed amount.
Port changes contract with General Counsel Richard Hughes
The Port of Olympia commissioners agreed to amend its consultant agreement with General Legal Counsel Richard “Rick” Hughes during a meeting held yesterday, October 10. The improved … more
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At the Olympia City Council meeting on October 4, 2022, Olympia Public Works Director Mark Russell said they hope to start the construction of the Fones Road improvement in 2023.
Olympia City Council opens public hearing for Fones Road improvement project
Olympia Public Works Director Mark Russell gave an overview of the Fones Road improvement project during the eminent domain public hearing at the city council meeting last night, October 4. "Fones … more
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Tumwater resident John Hayworth (top center) speaks at a public hearing of an ordinance opposing the annexation of Hopkins District into The Preserve.
Tumwater passes ordinance reversing Hopkins’ annexation
Residents of both The Preserve in Tumwater and Hopkins Drainage District gave opposing views on the direction stormwater flows between the two areas during a Tumwater city council meeting yesterday, … more
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Equity, Inclusion and Belonging specialist Olivia Salazar de Breaux is this year's National Recreation Parks Association (NRPA) Diversity scholarship recipient.
Olympia's equity specialist, Olivia Salazar de Breaux, awarded industry association scholarship
The National Recreation Parks Association (NRPA) awarded diversity scholarships to Olympia's Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging specialist Olivia Salazar de Breaux. At the city council meeting last … more
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The Thurston Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) officially recognized October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month during the public meeting on Oct. 4, 2022.
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month
The Thurston Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) recognized October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month. During the commissioners’ October 4 meeting, Thurston's Senior Deputy Prosecuting … more
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Squaxin Island Tribe council Chairman Kris Peters thanked the Olympia City Council for honoring the indigenous people through a proclamation signed on October 4, 2022.
Olympia to celebrate Indigenous Peoples' Day this Monday
The Olympia City Council on Tuesday signed a proclamation designating Monday, October 10 as Indigenous Peoples' Day. The proclamation honors and acknowledges the indigenous people who have … more
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The Port of Olympia Commission agreed to accept the Option C map to set the boundaries of the new five districts.
Port Commissioners agree to propose new district boundaries that are the same as those to be proposed by the Board of County Commissioners
The Port of Olympia’s commissioners agreed to set its districts’ boundaries to match those of the County Commissioners during a work session held yesterday, October 3. Thurston … more
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At the Regional Fire Authority planning committee meeting on October 3, 2022, consultant to the RFA, Neil Blindheim, presented a table showing less regressive and favors small houses and small businesses with a formula with a square foot charge.
RFA committee reviews FBC formula with and without fire flow
RFA committee reviews FBC formula with and without fire flow Legal conundrum By Lorilyn C. Lirio The Regional Fire Authority planning committee is exploring a new Fire Benefit Charge (FBC) … more
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The Olympia Planning Commission convened virtually on October 3 to discuss their comment letter concerning the Capital Facilities Plan. The meeting adjourned with minor revisions to the commission’s comment letter about the CFP.
Another Olympia committee talks of the need for sidewalk improvement
Another Olympia committee talks of the need for sidewalk improvement After the Land Use and Environment and the Bicycle and Pedestrian committee raised their concern, the Olympia Planning … more
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This was part of the Ensign Road Homeless Encampment on October 3, 2022, with tents and debris spread across sections of the field next to the road. Another periodic cleanup is scheduled for October 6, 2022.
Ensign Road is to be closed Thursday
Olympia is warning community members and passing motorists of Ensign Road’s closure on Thursday, October 6, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. From Martin Way to Providence Lane, the road closure will … more
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Olympia's Community Livability and Public Safety Committee members interviewed Adan Espino Jr., applying for the Use of Force Board position on September 28, 2022.
Olympia committee starts recruitment process for Police Use of Force Board
Olympia's Community Livability and Public Safety started the recruiting process to fill vacancies on the Police Use of Force Board. Earlier, Strategic Communications Director Kellie Purce Braseth … more
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A five-year projection of Tumwater’s finances sees the fund balance falling under the required amount by 2027.
Tumwater’s fund balance projected to fall under the required minimum amount by 2027
According to data projections made by Tumwater's Finance Director, Troy Niemeyer, Tumwater’s fund balance is predicted to fall below the minimum required balance by 2027. The 2027 balance is … more
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At the city council meeting on September 27, 2022, Olympia designated Saturday, October 8, 2022, as Arbor Day. Image of children and families planting trees.
Arbor Day in Olympia proclaimed for Saturday, October 8
Olympia is inviting community members to participate in planting new trees as the city celebrates Arbor Day at Squaxin Park on Saturday, October 8, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Olympia City … more
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This table shows current and anticipated 2023 vacancies on various Olympia boards and commissions.
Olympia announces upcoming vacancies on boards and commissions
Olympia will open its application period for boards and commissions for 2023 starting in October, Strategic Communications Director Kellie Purce Braseth announced at the Community Livability and … more
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Tumwater’s public works committee agreed to schedule a public hearing about the annexation of Hopkins district into Tumwater.
Tumwater and Thurston County looking to stop Hopkins Drainage District
A Tumwater city committee is working to oppose the annexation of 599 properties into the Hopkins Drainage Ditch District No. 2 with an ordinance aiming to prevent the action. Further, Thurston … more
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The 60% design of the new culvert under Sapp Road triggers additional requirements for stormwater management.
Design for culvert calls for additional $80,000 in project cost
The design developed for a new culvert along Percival Creek under Sapp Road calls for an additional $80,753 in the project’s design cost, raising it from $143,000 to … more
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Lacey Joint Animal Services Commission wants amendments on the city's animal ordinances.
Animal Services pushes for Lacey Community Cat Program
Lacey Joint Animal Services Commission (JASCOM) is lobbying for the new Community Cat Program (CCP) and recommending updates to the Lacey municipal code (LMC). During the council work session on … more
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Dr. Pamela Braff, Olympia Climate Program manager, presented the SolSmart Gold designation plaque to the city council on Tuesday, September 21, 2022. Olympia received the gold designation from the Department of Energy-sponsored SolSmart program for its solar energy campaign.
Olympia receives award for solar campaign
Olympia received a "SolSmart Gold" designation from the national SolSmart program for making it faster, more accessible, and affordable for homes and businesses to go solar. Climate Program … more
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Tumwater city council members Leatta Dahlhoff and Joan Cathey questioned how Thurston Strong benefits entrepreneurs in their city.
Tumwater city council questions allocation of Thurston Strong funds
Tumwater city council questions allocation of Thurston Strong funds Doubts expressed on how it is used By Jerome Tuaño Members of Tumwater’s city council questioned the benefits … more
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