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The suspect's vehicle.
Felon arrested for DUI, speeding through Tumwater, extradited to Lewis County
Three law enforcement agencies collaborated to collar a felon crossing into Thurston County for Driving Under the Influence (DUI) and other charges. Thurston County Sheriff’s Office (TCSO) … more
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Synopsis of Stephen Tainter's role in the American Revolution.
American Revolution exhibit open at Schmidt House -- with a big a surprise for a local descendant
How would you feel if you walked into a national exhibition and saw your own great-grandfather’s image and life narrative as part of the story? I would be absolutely shocked! 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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The estimated annual cost for Tumwater to implement body-worn cameras comes to $534,771, most of which would be primarily used to support additional personnel.
Tumwater Police seeking funding for body cameras
Tumwater Police Department is looking to secure funding from the city to implement the usage of body-worn cameras. Commander Jay Mason discussed this proposal with the Tumwater Public Health and … 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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Puget Sound Energy’s Senior Local Government Affairs Representative Kristine Rompa (right) briefed Thurston’s Board of County Commissioners (BoCC) for the facility’s features and goals.
Puget Sound Energy aims to be carbon-neutral by 2030
“Climate change is an existential threat that cannot be ignored, and we are doing our part to move further and faster to save our planet,” said Puget Sound Energy (PSE) President and CEO … more
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Barnes Lake Management District Steering Committee met on Wednesday, April 3, to talk about the sole responder for the lake’s new environmental consultant.
Tumwater’s search for Barnes Lake’s new environmental consultant yields one response
Bellingham-based aquatic management firm AquaTechnex was the sole responder to Tumwater’s search for a new firm to manage and monitor the vegetation on Barnes Lake 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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Tumwater's road reconfiguration project involves the construction of three roundabouts along Capitol Boulevard, Interstate-5, and Trosper Road.
Tumwater's Capitol Boulevard at Trosper Road transitions to roundabout
The traffic signal at the Capitol Boulevard and Trosper Road intersection will be taken out on April 9, with temporary striping and channelizing devices in the area to guide drivers through a … more
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Somerset Hill Drive from R.W. Johnson SW to Thorpe Drive SW on will be closed from April 1 to April 15 from 8:30AM to 4:30PM.
Lane closures on Somerset Hill Drive SW, Tumwater - expect delays
Somerset Hill Drive SW, spanning from R.W. Johnson SW to Thorpe Drive SW, will undergo alternating lane closures between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. through April 15. more
Planning Manager Brad Medrud talks to the Planning Commission about a community survey for the comprehensive plan update.
Tumwater seeks renters' voices, below-median income earners, others in shaping comprehensive plan update
Tumwater is looking to include more renters, below-median income earners, BIPOC individuals, and other groups in future public outreach activities in preparation for its 2025 comprehensive plan … more
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Washington Cities Insurance Authority Deputy Director Rob Roscoe briefed Tumwater City Council about the state of insurance rates in the state.
Tumwater’s insurer lauds city’s low losses
Tumwater’s insurance provider, Washington Cities Insurance Authority (WCIA), commended the city for its low loss history compared to other WCIA members. WCIA Deputy Director Rob Roscoe … more
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Israel Road SW and Linderson Way SW will be closed on April 4 and 5, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. for water main trench restoration paving.
Lane closures in Israel Road SW and Linderson Way SW in Tumwater Thursday, Friday
Residents and commuters in Tumwater are advised to expect delays as lane closures are scheduled for Israel Road SW and Linderson Way SW on April 4 and 5 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. There will be … more
Tumwater Mayor Debbie Sullivan
State of the City: Tumwater mayor speaks about key priorities
Ongoing road projects, further development, and an expanded cultural arts program are among the key priorities for Tumwater Mayor Debbie Sullivan. The mayor spoke at a forum organized by the … more
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Tumwater City Administrator Lisa Parks advised the city council to delay the discussion to inform the public about the meeting better.
Tumwater delays discussion on ordinance allowing overnight park use
The Tumwater City Council voted to delay a discussion about an ordinance which, according to public interpretation, would allow indigent individuals to stay overnight in public parks. The … more
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Tumwater Historic Preservation Commission and city arborist Kevin McFarland (right) discussed the status of the Davis Meeker Oak tree.
Tumwater Historic Preservation Commission wants to turn Davis Meeker Oak parcel into park
Tumwater Historic Preservation Commission recommended turning the parcel where the Davis Meeker Oak tree is located into a public park. The commission was expected to recommend whether to delist … more
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Sarah Nagy, community representative to the Use of Force Events Board, concurred with the Board's finding that using force in an 11-hour standoff incident in Tumwater in December 2022 was justified.
Olympia Use of Force Events Board clears Olympia police officer over Tumwater shooting
Olympia’s Use of Force Events Board cleared an Olympia police officer who returned fire during the 11-hour standoff in Tumwater last December 2022, saying the use of force was justified. … more
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Tumwater City Council met on Tuesday, March 19, to discuss updates to its floodplain regulations.
Tumwater amends regulations in floodplain areas, added standards of construction
Tumwater City Council approved an ordinance amending Tumwater Municipal Code (TMC) Chapter 18.38 , which deals with regulations for the city’s floodplain overlay area, on Tuesday, March 19. … more
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The Tumwater Tree Board met on Monday, March 11, to discuss the city’s city tree inventory report.
Tumwater city trees store 6000 tons of carbon, reduce storm runoff, benefits shown in study
Tumwater Tree Board’s latest tree inventory shows that trees in Tumwater city facilities store 1,968 tons of carbon dioxide. Combined with the carbon stored in sample trees from large city … more
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Tumwater Fire Chief Brian Hurley briefed the Public Health and Safety Committee about extending agreements with Medic One and Washington State Patrol.
Tumwater to extend contracts with Medic One, State Patrol
Tumwater Public Health and Safety Committee recommended the extension of the city’s contracts with Medic One and Washington State Patrol (WSP) on Tuesday, March 12. The Medic One agreement … more
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