Thurston County launched a public survey on Tuesday, Feb. 4, inviting residents to voice their opinions on homeless housing programs and services as part of the development of the 2025-30 Local …
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By Kameko Marquez
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2/7/25
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The City of Lacey officially proclaimed February as Black History Month, recognizing the invaluable contributions of Black and African Americans ...
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Olympia's Planning Commission heard a proposal on Monday, Jan. 27, to amend the Olympia Municipal Code 18.05 related to master planned villages with a focus on ...
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In an effort to bolster funding for affordable housing projects, the Thurston Regional Housing Council (RHC) approved a letter urging state legislators to reintroduce ...
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Olympia is set to launch the Safe Housing and Rental Efficiency (SHARE) Accelerator program this year.
This voluntary pilot program aims to support landlords in making energy-efficient and …
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By Lorilyn Lirio
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1/24/25
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The Lacey City Council held a public hearing on Tuesday, Jan. 21, on plans to expand the Multi-Family Tax Exemption (MFTE) program.
The MFTE program currently offers tax exemptions for developers who …
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Energize Olympia is going regional after the Olympia City Council signed an interlocal agreement on Jan. 14 to support the implementation of the 2025 Energize Thurston campaign.
Olympia is …
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The median price of residential properties and condominiums in Thurston County climbed in the final month of the year, amid stronger sales in both housing categories.
The residential market …
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Tumwater has joined a countywide program to help residents install home heat pumps.
On Tuesday, Jan. 7, the Tumwater City Council authorized the mayor to sign an interlocal agreement …
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By Jerome Tuaño
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1/8/25
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Local residents took the opportunity to air their concerns on various issues at the Olympia Planning Commission's public hearing on the Capital Mall Triangle subarea planned action ordinance on Monday, …
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A total of 22 local residents are looking to fill the vacant Position #5 seat on the Olympia City Council.
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Thurston County is seeking public participation on its 2025-30 Local Homeless Housing Plan.
The Washington State Department of Commerce …
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In 2024, Olympia faced several pressing challenges, including housing affordability, workers’ rights, urban development, environmental restoration and community spaces. The city spent crafting …
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The Olympia Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Monday, Jan. 6, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. to discuss proposed changes to development regulations in the Capital Mall Triangle Subarea.
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The Community Foundation of South Puget Sound's annual Give Local campaign raised more than $1 million, setting a new record for the 8-year-old initiative.
“This …
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With homelessness on the rise in Thurston County, United Way of Thurston County (UWTC), in collaboration with Thurston County Office of Housing & Homeless Prevention, is calling on residents to …
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By Kameko Marquez
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12/24/24
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Plans to increase housing, expand industrial land and protect farmland in Thurston County moved forward on Tuesday, Dec. 17, with the approval of updates to the 2024 Comprehensive Plan.
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The Thurston Regional Housing Council is facing a critical year with limited resources, as it approved the allocation of millions of dollars in funding for affordable housing and homeless services through its 2025 ...
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On Tuesday, Dec. 10, the Olympia City Council approved an emergency ordinance that aims to reduce barriers and increase the supply of affordable housing in the community.
The city recognized that …
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On Wednesday, Dec. 11, the Olympia Site Plan Review Committee assessed the proposed land use for a 5-acre parcel at 2400 Morse Road, which presents opportunities for new housing.
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