Lacey, Washington
Upcoming
City Council
This is a routine informational dinner meeting of the Lacey City Council. The agenda includes only procedural items and a general discussion on local and regional matters. No specific decisions, proposals, or public hearings are scheduled.
- No concrete action items (rezonings, contracts, ordinances, or fee changes) are listed on the agenda.
City Council
The City Council will vote on a contract award for the Madrona Connection to the 337 road project and consider a resolution granting a franchise agreement to Lightcurve Telecommunications. The council will also receive the annual Lacey Parks report and approve the 2027 budget calendar. Public comment will be accepted on all agenda items.
- Contract award for Madrona Connection to the 337 (PW2023-01)
- Resolution 1182: Lightcurve Telecommunications Franchise Agreement
- Lacey Parks Annual Report presented by Parks Director
- Approval of 2027 Budget Calendar
- Payment of claims, wages and transfers for May 26 - June 26, 2026
Planning Commission
LEOFF I Board
The LEOFF I Disability Board will review and approve pending claims. It will discuss the city's dental coverage requirement. The board will receive updates on LEOFF 1 legislative matters.
- Review and approval of claims
- Discussion of dental coverage requirement
- LEOFF 1 legislative updates
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Historical Commission
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Planning Commission
Commission on Equity
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Civil Service Commission
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Parks, Culture and Recreation Board
Human Services Commission
Joint Animal Services Commission
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Historical Commission
Commission on Equity
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Parks, Culture and Recreation Board
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Commission on Equity
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Parks, Culture and Recreation Board
LEOFF I Board
Joint Animal Services Commission
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Planning Commission
Library Board
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Historical Commission
Commission on Equity
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Civil Service Commission
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Parks, Culture and Recreation Board
Human Services Commission
Joint Animal Services Commission
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Historical Commission
Commission on Equity
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Parks, Culture and Recreation Board
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Joint Animal Services Commission
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Commission on Equity
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Recent meetings
Human Services Commission
The Human Services Commission will hold a public hearing on the 2026 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program Annual Action Plan. It will then hear presentations from applicants for the 2026 Human Services Grant Program, including organizations such as Lacey Housing Services and the Cancer Pathways Sparkle Family Program. The meeting will conclude with a Director's Report on timeline updates for the Human Services Grant Program and the CDBG.
- Public Hearing: 2026 Community Development Block Grant Program Annual Action Plan
- 2026 Human Services Grant Program Applicant Presentations (e.g., Lacey Housing Services, Garden-Raised Bounty Youth Program, Homes First Affordable Housing)
- Director's Report – Timeline Updates for Human Services Grant Program and CDBG
- Public Comment period for residents
Parks, Culture and Recreation Board
Human Services Commission
The Lacey Human Services Commission holds a special meeting to hear presentations from 16 organizations applying for 2026 Human Services Grant Program funding. No decisions are scheduled; the commission will receive information on each applicant's proposed program. Public comment is accepted in person, by Zoom, or in writing.
- Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southwest Washington – Site-Based Mentoring
- Ground Zero Outreach – Bridge to Stability and Mobile Outreach
- Rebuilding Together Thurston County – Critical Home Repair
- Community Youth Services – Haven House Crisis Residential Center
- Senior Services for South Sound – Home Share
Planning Commission
City Council
The Lacey City Council will hold a worksession to receive briefings on three community planning items: proposed infill residential development regulations, an outreach plan for mobile home park protections, and updates to child-care center parking and building conversion rules. No formal decisions will be made at this meeting.
- Briefing on infill residential development regulations
- Mobile home park protections outreach and engagement plan
- Child-care centers parking updates and conversion of existing buildings
Commission on Equity
The Lacey Commission on Equity will hear presentations on professional development programs and an employee survey from city staff. Commissioners will also report on the Lacey Night Market and Juneteenth Celebration. A director's report on community forum planning is also scheduled. Public comment is accepted in person, by Zoom, or in writing.
- Professional Development Programs and Employee Survey presentation by Assistant City Manager, HR Director, and Equity Program Manager
- Lacey Night Market - Juneteenth report by Chair Thelma Jackson and Commissioner Annie Clay
- Juneteenth Celebration report by Chair Thelma Jackson
- Community Forum Planning update from Equity and Inclusion Program Manager Veronica Hand
Library Board
The Lacey Library Board meeting on June 18, 2026 will follow a standard agenda that includes a call to order, roll call, a land acknowledgement of the Treaty of Medicine Creek, approval of the agenda and the April 16, 2026 minutes, a report from Library Manager Kristina Hancock, and a Good of the Order from Chair Sharla Desy. The board will also open a public comment period for in‑person and Zoom participants. No policy changes, contracts, or other decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Library Manager’s Report – Kristina Hancock
- Good of the Order – Sharla Desy
- Approval of minutes from April 16, 2026
- Land Acknowledgement of the Treaty of Medicine Creek (1854)
- Public comment period (in‑person and Zoom)
Historical Commission
The Lacey Historical Commission will consider and vote on several business items, including the Lacey Historic Markers Map Layer, recent acquisitions, and the StEPs and Policy Committee. The meeting includes approval of agenda and minutes, public comment, and reports from commissioners and staff. The commission is expected to take action on the map layer and acquisitions.
- Vote on Lacey Historic Markers Map Layer
- Vote on recent museum acquisitions
- Vote on StEPs and Policy Committee matters
- Tour of Museum Sites discussion
- Approval of April 15, 2026 meeting minutes
City Council
This meeting includes a contract award for ADA improvements at the Veteran's Hub, a first reading of Ordinance 1701 updating the Business and Occupation Tax, and Ordinance 1702 updating latecomer agreements. The Council will also receive the Commission on Equity Work Plan. Several proclamations and recognitions are scheduled.
- Contract Award: Veteran's Hub ADA Improvements
- Ordinance 1701: Update to LMC 3.02.050 Business and Occupation Tax
- Ordinance 1702: Update to LMC 13.52 Latecomer Agreements
- Commission on Equity Work Plan presentation
- Proclamations: LGBTQIA+ Pride Month and America 250 Month
Capital Area Regional Public Facilities District Board
The Capital Area Regional Public Facilities District Board will receive a 2025 financial report, along with annual reports from the Hands On Children's Museum and the Regional Athletic Complex. A general update on the Public Facilities District and administrative descriptions will also be presented. The meeting is largely informational, with no proposed votes or action items beyond approving previous meeting minutes and noting upcoming board member term expirations.
- 2025 Financial Report presented by Accounting Manager Alix Turcotte
- Hands On Children's Museum Annual Report by Grants Manager Marina Shaughnessy
- Regional Athletic Complex Annual Report by Recreation Manager Sue Falash
- General PFD Update by Assistant City Manager Shannon Kelley-Fong
- Upcoming term expirations: David Brine (City of Olympia, 03/01/2027) and Ken Parsons (Thurston County, 03/01/2027)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to take testimony on the proposed 2027-2032 Six-Year Transportation Improvement Plan and is asked to recommend it to the City Council. The commission will also receive a briefing on the draft Stormwater Strategic Plan, which requires a 2026 update and will return for a future public hearing.
- Public hearing on the 2027-2032 Six-Year Transportation Improvement Plan and request for a recommendation to City Council
- Briefing on the draft Stormwater Strategic Plan, required to be updated in 2026
- Approval of May 27, 2026 meeting minutes
City Council
The Lacey City Council will hold a worksession to receive briefings on a housekeeping ordinance, improvements to the Regional Athletic Complex, and a franchise agreement application from Lightcurve. The meeting also includes an executive session and public comment period.
- Housekeeping Ordinance Briefing by City Attorney Dave Schneider
- Regional Athletic Complex Improvements Project Briefing by Parks Director Jennifer Burbidge and Engineer Brett Boogerd
- Lightcurve Franchise Agreement Application briefing by Interim Communications Manager Donna Feliciano
- Executive Session pursuant to RCW 42.30.110(1)(g)
Joint Animal Services Commission
The Joint Animal Services Commission is meeting for a retreat to discuss shelter statistics and field data for April/May 2026, hear a director's report, and conduct a strategic planning session. No votes or formal decisions are listed; the agenda consists of discussion items and reports.
- Review of shelter stats and field data for April/May
- Director's report from Executive Director Sarah Hock
- Strategic planning retreat session
Human Services Commission
The Human Services Commission will hold a public hearing on the 2026 Community Development Block Grant Annual Action Plan and receive the Human Services Coordinator's Director's Report. The meeting also includes approval of previous meeting minutes and public comment.
- Public hearing: Community Development Block Grant 2026 Annual Action Plan
- Director's Report by Human Services Coordinator Michelle Chavez
- Approval of May 7, 2026 meeting minutes
- Land acknowledgement recognizing Nisqually and Squaxin Island Tribes
Parks, Culture and Recreation Board
The Parks, Culture and Recreation Board will discuss updates on the Regional Athletic Complex project and acknowledge the retirement of Recreation Supervisor Jeannette Sieler. A management intern item was removed from the agenda. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and public comment.
- Regional Athletic Complex project update presented by Director Jen Burbidge and Capital Projects Engineer Brett Boogerd
- Recreation Supervisor Jeannette Sieler retirement recognition
- Management intern item removed on June 1, 2026
- Approval of May 6, 2026 meeting minutes (vote requested)
- Approval of agenda (vote requested)
City Council
The Lacey City Council will discuss and possibly vote on a mandatory watering schedule and water shortage response plan, and consider approval of a Human Services Grant Policy. The agenda also includes recognitions, a proclamation for National Family Reunification Month, and an executive session.
- Mandatory Watering Schedule and Water Shortage Response Plan
- Human Services Grant Policy Approval
- Proclamation: National Family Reunification Month
- Approval of Payment of Claims, Wages, and Transfers for May 6–22, 2026
- Executive session under RCW 42.30.110(1)(g)
The council approved updating the Human Services Grant Program Policy to Option 3 as presented. A water shortage response plan and odd/even outdoor watering schedule were presented and discussed but not voted on. The council also approved the amended agenda and consent agenda, including minutes and payment of claims.
- Approved updated Human Services Grant Program Policy to Option 3 (motion carried)
- Approved amended agenda as published on May 29, 2026, to remove item 12(a) (executive session)
- Approved consent agenda including minutes of May 5, May 12, May 19, 2026, and payment of claims for May 6-22, 2026
- Proclaimed June 2026 as National Family Reunification Month
City Council
This is a procedural informational dinner meeting of the Lacey City Council. The agenda includes a land acknowledgement and a general discussion on local and regional matters, with no specific proposals or decisions listed.
- Land acknowledgement recognizing the Nisqually Indian Tribe and Squaxin Island Tribe.
The Lacey City Council met on June 2, 2026 and approved the agenda. The council discussed a range of items including code enforcement, the city manager evaluation, opioid abatement, park and police station projects, newspaper designation, energy scores, flag policy, encampment planning, village development, public works recruitment, and the council training and travel budget. No final actions or votes were taken on any of these topics.
Commission on Equity
The Commission on Equity will discuss a recap of the Thurston Forward Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging Summit, the 2026 Washington DEI Empowerment Conference, planning for a community forum, and a draft 2026 work plan. Commissioners will also receive reports on a homebuying expo, a regional DEI meeting, and the Lacey Night Market. The meeting begins with a land acknowledgement and includes a public comment period.
- Thurston Forward: Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging Summit 2026 Recap
- 2026 Washington Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Empowerment Conference
- Community Forum Planning
- Draft 2026 Commission on Equity Work Plan
- Thurston County Homebuying Expo Recap
The Commission on Equity approved the agenda and previous meeting minutes. Members also voted to recommend the draft 2026 Commission on Equity Work Plan for adoption by the City Council.
- Approved agenda, April 27, 2026, minutes, and consent items
- Recommended draft 2026 Commission on Equity Work Plan to City Council
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on state-required amendments to the Lacey Municipal Code concerning permitted locations for child daycare centers, minimum parking limits, and conversion of existing buildings into housing. After the hearing, the Commission is asked to make a recommendation to the City Council on the proposed amendments.
- Public hearing on LMC amendments for daycare center locations (Docket 02)
- Public hearing on amendments to minimum parking requirements (Docket 03)
- Public hearing on amendments for conversion of existing buildings into housing (Docket 08)
- Commission to make a recommendation to City Council after the hearing
City Council
This is a City Council worksession — no votes will be taken. Council will receive presentations on the Climate and Sustainability Update, the Human Services Grant Program, and a Solid Waste Franchise Update. Public comment is accepted in person, by Zoom, or via email.
- Climate and Sustainability Update presented by Coordinator Lindsey Fields
- Human Services Grant Program update from Coordinator Michelle Chavez
- Solid Waste Franchise Update presented by Assistant City Manager Shannon Kelley-Fong and consultants
The City Council held a worksession covering climate sustainability updates, the 2026 Human Services Grant Program, and solid waste franchise options. No substantive legislative actions or votes were taken during this session.
- Approved meeting agenda
Commission on Equity
Historical Commission
City Council
The Lacey City Council will consider a resolution on council policies and procedures, award a contract for the Hawks Prairie Reservoir Rehabilitation project, nominate the Jacob Smith House to the historic register, and appoint a poet laureate. The meeting also includes proclamations, reports from the mayor and city manager, and council committee updates.
- Resolution No. 1181: Council Policies and Procedures
- Contract Award: Hawks Prairie Reservoir Rehabilitation (PW2021-19)
- Nomination of the Jacob Smith House to the Lacey Register of Historic Places
- Appointment of Poet Laureate Sonya Wohletz
- Utility Capital Improvement Program Briefing
The City Council approved a $6.2M reservoir rehabilitation contract and designated the Jacob Smith House as a historic site. Additionally, the council updated council policies and appointed Sonya Wohletz as Poet Laureate for 2026-2028.
- Approved April 14 and April 28 meeting minutes
- Approved agenda and consent agenda items
- Proclaimed May 2026 as Bicycle Month
- Proclaimed May 2026 as Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month
- Proclaimed May 25, 2026 as Memorial Day
- Approved Resolution 1181 regarding Council policies and procedures
- Appointed Sonya Wohletz as Lacey Poet Laureate for 2026-2028
- Approved adding the Jacob Smith House to the Lacey Register of Historic Places
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on draft code amendments for accessory dwelling units and middle housing (Dockets 04 and 05) and is asked to recommend the changes to the City Council or schedule further review. Commissioners will also review a draft outreach plan for manufactured home parks (Docket 10), with no formal action required. The meeting opens with standard agenda approval, minutes, and public comment.
- Public hearing on Infill Housing Draft Code Amendments (accessory dwelling units and middle housing)
- Request for formal recommendation to City Council on the code amendments
- Review of Mobile/Manufactured Home Park Outreach and Engagement Plan (Docket 10)
- Approval of April 22, 2026 meeting minutes
- Public comment period for agenda items
General
The Lacey City Council and North Thurston Public School Board are holding a joint meeting to receive informational presentations. Agenda items include a report from the Youth DEIB Summit, an update on 5th Grade Activity Night, and overviews of Lacey Parks and Aquatics, the Raj Manhas Activity Center, and the LEAF Center. No votes or formal actions are scheduled.
- Youth DEIB Summit Panel Report by Nisqually Youth Council and Lacey Youth Council representatives
- 5th Grade Activity Night update from Assistant Superintendent Sean Dotson
- Lacey Parks and Aquatics presentation by Parks Director Jennifer Burbidge
- Raj Manhas Activity Center update from Assistant Superintendent Sean Dotson
- LEAF Center update from Assistant Superintendent Sean Dotson
Councilmember Ryan Siu moved to approve the agenda and Councilmember Carolyn Cox seconded. The motion carried, so the agenda was approved. The council then adjourned the meeting at 7:18 p.m. No other actions were voted on.
- Approved agenda (motion carried)
Human Services Commission
The Lacey Human Services Commission will discuss and consider approval of the Human Services Draft Strategic Plan and receive an update on the Human Services Grant Program. The agenda also includes welcoming a new commissioner and approving previous meeting minutes. No votes on funding amounts or specific contracts are scheduled.
- Discussion of Human Services Draft Strategic Plan
- Update on Human Services Grant Program
- Welcome of Commissioner John Grausam
- Approval of March 5, 2026 meeting minutes
- Public comment period open
Parks, Culture and Recreation Board
The Parks, Culture, and Recreation Board will consider approving the April 1, 2026 meeting minutes and the current agenda. Following public comment, the board will receive presentations on the Regional Athletic Complex update, the PARC Foundation of Thurston County, and a report on park trail maps and kiosks. No votes on these informational items are listed.
- Regional Athletic Complex update presented by Recreation Supervisor Sean Finney
- PARC Foundation of Thurston County presentation by CEO Heather Antanaitis
- Park trail maps and kiosks report by Executive Assistant Carter Gibson
- Approval of April 1, 2026 meeting minutes (vote requested)
The Parks, Culture and Recreation Board met on May 6, 2026, and approved the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting. All other items were informational updates only, with no motions or votes on policies, funding, or contracts. Reports covered the Regional Athletic Complex, PARC Foundation, park trail maps, and various park projects.
- Approved agenda (unanimous)
- Approved April 1, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
City Council
The Lacey City Council will consider Ordinance 1700 to amend the 2026 budget. Also on the agenda are contract awards for Jubilee Stormwater Pond Restoration and Lift Station 6 Replacement, a Community and Cultural Events Grant, and a briefing on the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee funding process. The meeting includes recognitions, council reports, and public comment.
- Ordinance 1700: 2026 Budget Amendment
- Contract Award: Jubilee Stormwater Pond Restoration
- Contract Award: Lift Station 6 Replacement
- Community and Cultural Events Grant
- Lodging Tax Advisory Committee Funding Process Briefing
The Lacey City Council approved a $9.6 million budget amendment and awarded two utility contracts for stormwater and wastewater projects. The council also approved a $25,000 grant for community events and adopted the meeting minutes.
- Adopted Ordinance 1700 for $9.6M budget amendment (unanimous)
- Awarded Jubilee Stormwater Pond Restoration contract to Miken Dirtworx LLC for $437,717.26 (unanimous)
- Awarded Lift Station 6 Replacement contract to Barcott Construction LLC for $1,847,251.46 (unanimous)
- Approved $25,000 Community and Cultural Events Grant to eight applicants (unanimous)
- Approved meeting minutes from March 24, April 7, and April 28, 2026 (unanimous)
- Approved payment of claims, wages, and transfers for March 30 through April 24, 2026 (unanimous)
City Council
This is a procedural informational dinner meeting with no formal decisions or public hearings. The only substantive agenda item is a general discussion on local and regional matters. The meeting includes a land acknowledgement and opportunity for written public comment.
- Land acknowledgement recognizing the Nisqually and Squaxin Island Tribes
- Discussion on Local and Regional Matters (no specifics listed)
The Lacey City Council met for an informational dinner meeting on May 5, 2026. The only formal action was approving the agenda. Discussions covered council travel allocations, the city manager's evaluation process, official newspaper designation, recruitment for Public Works Director, staff report requirements, and the Regional Housing Council process. Per council policy, no final action was taken on any of these topics.
- Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
- No substantive decisions were made; meeting was informational only
Civil Service Commission
The Civil Service Commission will hear a Quarter 1 report from Police Chief Robert Almada and Deputy Chief Robert Hollis. The rest of the agenda is procedural: approval of minutes, public comment, and land acknowledgement.
- Command Staff Quarter 1 Report from Police Chief and Deputy Chief
City Council
The Lacey City Council work session will include briefings on a child abuse prevention proclamation, the Six Remnant Defendants national opioid settlement, a YMCA facility update, a public art donation policy, and the 2026 budget amendment. No formal votes are listed; the items are presented for information and discussion. The meeting also provides time for public comment.
- Proclamation: Child Abuse Prevention Month
- Six Remnant Defendants National Opioid Settlement briefing
- YMCA Facility Update briefing
- Public Art Donation Policy briefing
- 2026 Budget Amendment briefing
The City Council approved a participation agreement for a new opioid settlement with six remnant defendants, authorizing the City Manager to execute necessary documents. The estimated settlement amount is $5,186.03. The Council also proclaimed April 2026 Child Abuse Prevention Month.
- Approved proclamation for Child Abuse Prevention Month
- Authorized City Manager to execute opioid settlement documents (6-0)
- Settlement with remnant defendants estimated at $5,186.03
- Budget amendment of about $9.6 million presented for future adoption
Commission on Equity
The Commission on Equity will review its 2026 work plan and discuss the Thurston Forward DEIB Summit. It will also hear an introduction from Thurston County's DEIA Senior Program Manager Kenny Yarbrough. The commission will approve previous meeting minutes and 2026 Lacey Youth Council takeaways.
- Review of 2026 Commission on Equity Work Plan by Assistant City Manager Shannon Kelley-Fong
- Discussion of 2026 Thurston Forward DEIB Summit by Equity and Inclusion Manager Veronica Hand
- Introduction of Kenny Yarbrough, Thurston County Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility Senior Program Manager
- Approval of March 26, 2026 meeting minutes
- 2026 Lacey Youth Council Meeting Takeaways as consent item
The commission voted to approve the agenda as amended, which added Item 6.B to introduce the Thurston County Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility Senior Program Manager. The motion was carried. No public comments were received.
- Approved amended agenda adding Item 6.B (Thurston County Representative Introduction) – motion carried
Lodging Tax Advisory Committee
The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee will review the 2025 funding cycle, receive updates on 2026, and begin discussions on the 2027 funding cycle. No specific funding amounts or project names are listed in the agenda. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and public comment.
- 2025 Funding Cycle Review
- 2026 Updates presentation
- 2027 Funding Cycle discussion
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will review state-required amendments to the Lacey Municipal Code covering permitted locations for child daycare centers (Docket 02), minimum parking limits (Docket 03), and conversion of existing buildings into housing (Docket 08). A public hearing on the draft amendments will be held at a future meeting. The rest of the agenda is routine procedural items, including approval of prior meeting minutes and public comment.
- Review of LMC amendments for daycare centers (Docket 02) to update permitted locations
- Review of LMC amendments for parking minimums (Docket 03)
- Review of LMC amendments for conversion of existing buildings into housing (Docket 08)
- Public hearing on these amendments scheduled for a future meeting
City Council
Joint Animal Services Commission
The Joint Animal Services Commission will review shelter statistics and field data for February-March 2026 and consider entering into an agreement with Best Friends Animal Society. Public comment will be accepted in person, by Zoom, or by email.
- Shelter Statistics and Field Data for February-March 2026
- Best Friends Animal Society Embed Agreement
The commission authorized the City of Lacey to enter into an agreement with Best Friends Animal Society for a National Shelter Embed Program, bringing an onsite staff member at no cost to JAS. The vote was unanimous. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Authorized City of Lacey to enter Best Friends National Shelter Embed Program Agreement on behalf of Joint Animal Services (motion carried)
City Council
This is a joint meeting of the Lacey City Council and the Port of Olympia Commission. The agenda includes roundtable introductions, presentations on perspectives from each body, and open discussion. No public comment or formal commission action will be taken.
- Roundtable introductions of all attendees
- View from Lacey and the Port presentations
Library Board
The Lacey Library Board will hold a procedural meeting including introduction of new board members, approval of previous minutes, and a report from the Library Manager. No major decisions or policy changes are on the agenda. Public comment is invited in person or via Zoom.
- Introduction of new board members
- Library Manager's report from Kristina Hancock
- Approval of minutes from January 15, 2026
- Land acknowledgement recognizing Treaty of Medicine Creek tribes
- Public comment period (3-minute limit per speaker)
Historical Commission
The Historical Commission will vote on a new Public Art Donation Policy, a plaque for the Bowker House, naming the Lacey Historian of the Year, and nominating the Jacob Smith House. They will also approve the previous meeting's minutes and receive reports from staff and committees. Public comment is accepted before votes.
- Public Art Donation Policy vote
- Bowker House Plaque Draft vote
- Ken Balsley Lacey Historian of the Year vote
- Jacob Smith House Nomination vote
- Recent Acquisitions report
The commission approved a public art donation policy, a plaque design for Bowker House, selected Window Seat Media as the 2026 Historian of the Year, and approved the Jacob Smith House nomination to the Lacey Register of Historic Places with an amendment to include corbels as a defining element. Recent museum acquisitions were also approved. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was otherwise procedural.
- Approved public art donation policy (motion carried)
- Approved Bowker House plaque draft (motion carried)
- Selected Window Seat Media as 2026 Ken Balsley Lacey Historian of the Year (motion carried)
- Approved Jacob Smith House nomination to Lacey Register of Historic Places, amended to include corbels (motion carried)
- Approved recent museum acquisitions (motion carried)
City Council
The Lacey City Council will hold a worksession with no scheduled votes. Staff will brief the council on the Community and Cultural Events Grant program, the Transportation Benefit District, and the preliminary 2025 year-end financial report. Public comment is accepted in person or via Zoom.
- Community and Cultural Events Grant briefing
- Transportation Benefit District briefing
- Preliminary 2025 year-end financial briefing
- Council reports
- Public comment opportunity (3-minute limit)
The City Council held a worksession with briefings on the Community and Cultural Events Grant, Transportation Benefit District renewal, and preliminary 2025 financial results. No formal votes or decisions were made. The meeting was informational only.
- Briefed on Community and Cultural Events Grant program, no action taken
- Briefed on Transportation Benefit District renewal options, no action taken
- Briefed on preliminary 2025 year-end financial results, no action taken
Joint Animal Services Commission
LEOFF I Board
The LEOFF I Disability Board will meet to approve minutes from January and review current claims. A discussion on dental coverage has been postponed to the next meeting. The agenda is otherwise routine with no major financial decisions or policy changes.
- Review of disability claims by Human Resources Analyst Alyssa Dolan-Caret
- Dental coverage discussion moved to next meeting
- Approval of minutes from January 8, 2026
- Public comment period open for agenda items
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will receive an introductory briefing on proposed tree regulation amendments (2026 Docket Item 11) and conduct a work session to continue reviewing draft municipal code revisions for accessory dwelling units and middle housing. No formal action is requested on either item; public hearings will be scheduled at future meetings. The agenda also includes approval of previous meeting minutes and a public comment period.
- Introduction to tree regulation amendments (2026 Docket Item 11) — briefing only
- Work session on infill housing draft code amendments for accessory dwelling units and middle housing
- Public hearing listed on agenda but no specific item described
- Approval of March 25, 2026 meeting minutes