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Olympia's Climate Program Director, Dr. Pamela Braff (bottom row, right), presented the interlocal agreement for implementing the Thurston Climate Mitigation Plan before the climate executive committee meeting on Monday, July 24, 2023.
Thurston climate committee approves interlocal agreement for coordinated climate mitigation implementation
The Thurston Climate Mitigation Collaborative Executive Committee approved the interlocal agreement (ILA) for implementing the Thurston Climate Mitigation Plan (TCMP) Monday, July 24. According … more
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CP&D Deputy Director Tim Smith (bottom row, right) spoke at the Planning Commission meeting on Monday, July 24, 2023, and gave an update on Olympia's development activities.
Community Planning and Development briefs Olympia on current housing, business projects 
At the Planning Commission meeting on Monday, Olympia's Community Planning and Development Deputy Director, Tim Smith, presented a report on the development activity in the city, where it processes … more
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Director Stacey Ray (bottom row, left) convened with Olympia’s Social Justice and Equity Commission to discuss the commission’s model of care for the oversight project.
Olympia equity commission introduces subcommittee for Community Oversight of Law Enforcement project
Director of Strategic Planning and Performance Stacey Ray convened with Olympia’s Social Justice and Equity Commission Monday, July 24,  to discuss the commission’s model of care for … more
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Tumwater’s Planning Commission met with Land Use and Housing Planner Erika Smith-Erickson (right) and Planning Manager Brad Medrud yesterday, July 26, for a discussion on Thurston County’s Hazards Mitigation Plan. JOLT Staff via Zoom
Planners update Tumwater’s planning commission on Thurston’s Hazards Mitigation Plan
The Thurston Regional Planning Council (TRPC) is embarking on the fourth update of the regional Hazards Mitigation Plan , last updated in 2017. Land Use and Housing Planner Erika Smith-Erickson … more
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Tami Lathrop (middle row, center) from non-profit TOGETHER! gives Tumwater City Council an update about the Host Homes Program.
Non-profit looks to house more high school students experiencing housing issues
Non-profit TOGETHER! is looking to provide more high school students experiencing housing instability with short-term housing through its Host Homes Program. Host Homes Program Director Tami … more
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Ballots being sorted, photo November 7, 2022.
Thurston County invites community members to observe random audit of election
Thurston County’s Auditor will be holding a random audit of the primary elections on August 1 to test and demonstrate the tabulation equipment’s accuracy. In a statement released by … more
Acting Executive Director Rudy Rudolph says that the original recommendation of $300,000 as the new contract amount would have saved the Port Commission time from needing to re-amend it.
Port renews contract with lawyers assisting with Local 47-B union negotiations
The Port of Olympia Commission authorized Acting Executive Director Rudy Rudolph to sign an amendment to the contract of the law firm of Chmelik Sitkin & Davis, extending their services until the … more
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Lacey Veterans Services Hub (LVSH) Manager Keith Looker said suicide has been an ongoing problem across the veterans and active-duty community.
Lacey Veterans Services Hub reports increasing suicide problem
Lacey Veterans Services Hub (LVSH) Manager Keith Looker reported that suicide has been an ongoing problem across the veterans and active-duty community. Speaking during the Lacey Commission on … more
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When the gavel hits the sound block, it means the judge has ruled.
Olympia accepting applicants for municipal court judge
With incumbent Municipal Judge Scott Ahlf moving to serve as Washington State’s court services director for the Administrative Office of Courts, Olympia is seeking applicants who will finish … more
Environmental consultant James Maul briefs the Port Commission about a $300,000 Ecology grant.
Port seeks Ecology grant for waterway remediation projects
The Port of Olympia is seeking a $300,000 grant from the Department of Ecology (Ecology) to support various remediation projects. The Port Commission authorized Acting Executive Director Rudy … more
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Olympia survey shows difference between 2021 survey findings and 2023 survey findings.
70% of residents believe Olympia is heading on the wrong track
70% of residents believe Olympia is heading on the wrong track Survey shows big declines in satisfaction as place to live, retire and raise a family more
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Thurston County Sheriff Derek Sanders informed county commissioners what his department plans to do with funds from the proposed public safety tax on July 18, 2023
New public safety tax up for vote this November
Thurston County residents are set to vote on a new public safety tax in the November 7 general elections. If approved, retail sales taxes throughout the county would increase by  0.2%, or … more
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Armory Creative Campus
Olympia Armory Creative Campus is moving forward with "dream vision" and design, says building manager
Armory Building Manager Valerie Roberts has updated the Olympia City Council about the Olympia Armory Creative Campus phase one plan, which focused on designing with the community through artists' … more
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Water Resources Director Dan Smith briefs the Public Works Committee about the utility components of the 2024-2029 Capital Facilities Plan.
Tumwater proposes adding 6 water utility projects to the upcoming capital facilities plan
Tumwater City staff is proposing six new projects as part of the drinking water, sanitary sewer, and storm drain components of the upcoming 2024-2029 Capital Facilities Plan (CFP). Water … more
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Olympia City Hall
If you live in an 'urban growth area' in Olympia, you might want to watch this meeting
The Thurston Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, August 1, at 3:30 p.m. to discuss the Olympia Joint Plan update. The county reminded the public in a press … more
Climate Change Clock Earth Hands Ticking 3d Illustration - Elements of this image furnished by NASA
How can Olympia face climate change?
Olympia is reminding community members to participate in the Climate Risk and Vulnerability Assessment (CRVA) survey on the city’s website to help the city determine its vulnerability to … more
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Tumwater Inn & Suites is located at 5895 Capitol Blvd SE
County Housing Authority acquires Tumwater Inn for senior housing
Housing Authority of Thurston County (HATC) has acquired Tumwater Inn & Suites, HATC Executive Director Craig Chance told the Tumwater City Council on Tuesday, July 18. HATC plans to convert … more
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County Water Resources Manager Tim Wilson briefs the BoCC about the consolidation of community-level utility advisory committees.
Proposed county-level utility advisory committee members to be elected, not appointed
Members of the proposed county-level Utility Advisory Committee (UAC) would be elected by utility ratepayers instead of being appointed, as was proposed by earlier versions of a resolution seeking … more
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Senior Services for South Sound Executive Director Brian Windrope turns to show a 50th anniversary commemorative T-shirt for his organization.
Tumwater recognizes Senior Services for South Sound as it turns 50
Tumwater Mayor Debbie Sullivan signed a proclamation recognizing the contribution of Senior Services for South Sound in uplifting the lives of seniors on Tuesday, July 18, as the non-profit … more
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The Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee (BPAC) of Olympia convened last July 19 for the preliminary 2024 - 2029 Capital Facilities Plan (CFP).
Olympia’s Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee sets up subcommittee to review preliminary facilities plan
Olympia’s Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee (BPAC) formed a subcommittee assigned to review the preliminary 2024 - 2029 Capital Facilities Plan (CFP) yesterday, July 19. “The … more
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