Lacey public meetings in 2024

Commission on Equity

The Commission on Equity is meeting to conduct 2025 officer elections and review the 2025 work plan. The body will also receive updates on a community survey, city designations, and the DEIB Summit.

• 2025 Officer Elections
• 2025 Work Plan
• Community Survey Update
• Parks Improvement Funding Workgroup Report
• 2025 Advisory Board Stipend and Demographic Survey

The Commission on Equity unanimously elected Kim Sauer as Chair and Thelma Jackson as Vice Chair for 2025. It approved the Draft 2025 Work Plan for City Council consideration, with amendments to update commissioner information, remove city designations references, and add LGBTQIA+ involvement focus groups. The Commission also discussed a community survey, city designations, and received updates on the DEIB Summit and other events.

• Elected Kim Sauer as 2025 Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Thelma Jackson as 2025 Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Approved Draft 2025 Work Plan with amendments (motion carried)
• Approved agenda, November 25, 2024 minutes, and consent agenda (motion carried)

City Council

The Lacey City Council will hold public hearings and vote on three ordinances: a $0.00 2025 budget (Ordinance 1670), amendments to development guidelines and public works standards (Ordinance 1669), and a reserve designation policy (Ordinance 1671). The council will also receive a Lacey Youth Council report, consider appointments to the Commission on Equity and Planning Commission, and discuss a Parks Improvement Funding Work Group recommendation. Other items include a wellness annual report and a manhole rehabilitation bid award.

• Ordinance 1670: 2025 Budget
• Ordinance 1669: Amendments to Development Guidelines and Public Works Standards
• Ordinance 1671: Reserve Designation
• Appointments: Raul Garza (Commission on Equity), Jun Yi and Robert Lane (Planning Commission)
• Parks Improvement Funding Work Group Recommendation

The Lacey City Council adopted the 2025 budget of $280,088,819, updated development guidelines, and designated fund reserves. It also awarded a manhole rehabilitation contract and made advisory board appointments. A parks funding work group recommended a Metropolitan Park District, but no action was taken.

• Adopted Ordinance 1670, 2025 Budget of $280,088,819 (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 1669, Development Guidelines and Public Works Standards amendments (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 1671, fund balance designations (unanimous)
• Awarded Contract PW 2023-23 to Western United Civil Group for $670,321.85 (unanimous)
• Appointed Raul Garza to Commission on Equity, Jun Yi and Robert Lane to Planning Commission (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will conduct a work session regarding the city's Comprehensive Plan Update. The session includes an overview of the update process, a review of public outreach results, and a discussion of legal requirements for new or updated elements.

• Comprehensive Plan Update work session: process and timelines
• Review of public outreach results
• Discussion of Climate Element requirements
• Discussion of Transportation and Housing Elements updates

City Council

The Lacey City Council is convening a special meeting with state legislators to discuss the upcoming 2025 legislative session. The meeting will be held at Lacey City Hall and is open to the public.

• Discussion of 2025 Legislative Session
• Public comment period available
• Meeting held at Lacey City Hall (420 College Street SE)

The Lacey City Council met with state legislators to discuss the 2025 legislative session, covering transportation funding, housing policies, and revenue forecasts. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational. The council approved the agenda as published.

• Approved meeting agenda as published (unanimous)

City Council

The Lacey City Council will hold a worksession to discuss federal legislative priorities for 2025, receive a risk management training from the Washington Cities Insurance Authority, review a public records summary, and discuss council assignments. No formal votes are scheduled; this is a discussion-only meeting.

• Federal Legislative Update and 2025 Priorities presentation by CFM Advocates
• Washington Cities Insurance Authority (WCIA) Risk Management Training
• Public Records Summary by City Clerk and Police Records Supervisor
• Council Assignment Discussion

The Lacey City Council held a worksession with no formal votes. They discussed federal legislative priorities for 2025 and directed staff to add childcare and flexible clean water program spending to the city's policy priorities. The council also received informational presentations on risk management and public records, and discussed potential council assignments for the coming year.

• Approved agenda and consent agenda (motion carried)
• Directed staff to add childcare and flexible clean water program spending to 2025 federal policy priorities

Joint Animal Services Commission

The Commission will vote on the 2025 Joint Animal Services Budget and the 2025 meeting schedule. They will also review November 2024 shelter statistics and hear a director's report. Public comment is accepted in person or via Zoom.

• Approval of the 2025 Joint Animal Services Budget
• Approval of the 2025 Commission Meeting Schedule
• November 2024 Shelter Statistics
• Director Report by Sarah Hock

The commission approved the 2025 Joint Animal Services budget of $3,604,949 as presented, with all present members voting in favor. The budget had been previously presented at October and November meetings. The commission also discussed the 2025 meeting schedule, which will be formally approved in February 2025.

• Approved 2025 Joint Animal Services budget of $3,604,949 (3-0, Fournier absent)
• Approved agenda and consent agenda including November 18, 2024 minutes and November shelter statistics

Parks Improvement Funding Workgroup

The Parks Improvement Funding Workgroup meeting on December 9, 2024 will consider a draft recommendation on park improvement funding presented by Director Jen Burbidge. The agenda also includes standard items such as call to order, roll call, land acknowledgment, approval of agenda and minutes, and public comment. No specific projects, dollar amounts, or final decisions are listed in the agenda.

• Draft Parks Improvement Funding Workgroup Recommendation – presented by Director Jen Burbidge

Human Services Workgroup

The Human Services Workgroup will discuss and consider the Community Development Block Grant HOME Community Participation Plan, presented by Human Services Coordinator Michelle Chavez. The meeting also includes approval of previous meeting minutes and public comment.

• Discussion of Community Development Block Grant HOME Community Participation Plan
• Approval of November 7, 2024 meeting minutes
• Opportunity for public comment (in-person, Zoom, or written)

Parks, Culture and Recreation Board

The Parks, Culture, and Recreation Board will consider approving its 2024 accomplishments, the 2025 meeting calendar, and the proposed 2025 parks budget. Votes are requested on these items. The meeting also includes public comment and reports from staff and commissioners.

• 2024 Lacey Parks, Culture and Recreation Board Accomplishments (vote requested)
• 2025 proposed meeting calendar (vote requested)
• 2025 proposed parks, culture, and recreation budget (vote requested)
• Approval of November 6, 2024 meeting minutes
• Land acknowledgment recognizing the Nisqually and Squaxin Island Tribes

The Parks, Culture and Recreation Board approved its 2024 accomplishments (as amended to include the Huntamer Park Concept Design), the 2025 proposed meeting calendar, and the 2025 proposed budget. No public comment was received. The board also heard reports on park maintenance, upcoming events, and a potential Metropolitan Park District recommendation.

• Approved 2024 accomplishments as amended (motion carried)
• Approved 2025 meeting calendar (motion carried)
• Approved 2025 proposed budget (motion carried)

City Council

The City Council will conduct a public hearing regarding the 2025 Final Budget. The body is also considering ordinances related to the Human Services Commission and the city logo and seal, as well as a franchise renewal for Astound Telecommunications.

• 2025 Final Budget public hearing
• Interlocal Agreement for permanent supportive housing on Franz Anderson Road
• Resolution 1160: Astound Telecommunications Franchise Renewal
• Ordinance 1667: Human Services Commission
• Ordinance 1668: City Logo and Seal

The Lacey City Council approved a permanent Human Services Commission and adopted an official city logo and seal during its December 3, 2024, regular meeting. Councilmembers also renewed Astound Broadband's telecommunications franchise, authorized an agreement for the Energize Thurston home electrification program, and adopted the 2025 State Legislative Agenda. Additionally, the council held a public hearing on the balanced 2025 final budget.

• Approved agenda and consent agenda including minutes, claims, and interlocal agreements (motion carried)
• Adopted Resolution 1160 renewing Astound Broadband LLC telecommunications franchise (motion carried)
• Adopted Ordinance 1667 establishing a permanent Human Services Commission (motion carried)
• Approved Ordinance 1668 establishing the City logo and seal (motion carried)
• Re-appointed Annie Clay, Thelma Jackson, and Makieda Hart to the Commission on Equity (motion carried)
• Authorized Interlocal Agreement with Thurston County, Olympia, Tumwater, and Tenino for Energize Thurston HEAR program (motion carried)
• Adopted the 2025 State Legislative Agenda and 2025 State Legislative Manual (motion carried)

City Council

This is a worksession; no final decisions are expected. The council will review the proposed state legislative agenda and manual, receive updates on human services, logo and branding, and LOTT Clean Water Alliance surplus property, and discuss designated reserves. Public comment is invited on these or any city business.

• State Legislative Agenda and Manual Review
• Human Services Commission Update
• Logo and Branding Guide Update
• LOTT Clean Water Alliance Surplus Property Update
• Designated Reserves Discussion

The Lacey City Council held a worksession with no formal votes. They reviewed the proposed 2025 state legislative agenda and manual, discussed establishing a permanent Human Services Commission for CDBG compliance, saw a new logo and branding guide proposal, received updates on a Mullen Road housing project and LOTT Clean Water Alliance surplus property, and discussed designated reserves. All items are scheduled for future action.

• Agenda approved (motion carried)
• State legislative agenda and manual reviewed for Dec. 3 approval
• Human Services Commission options presented for consideration
• New logo and branding guide proposed; no council approval needed for guide
• Mullen Road housing project update; $4.5M conditional funding considered
• Designated reserves discussion; ordinance required for fund designations

Commission on Equity

The Lacey Commission on Equity will review a proposed proclamation against hate, racism, and discriminatory actions, and discuss the city logo and branding guide. Commissioners will also hear an update on Komachin Middle School's MLK event and review the 2025 work plan. A joint meeting with the Lacey City Council is scheduled for January 28, 2025.

• Review of Against Hate, Racism, and Discriminatory Actions Proclamation
• Discussion of City Logo and Branding Guide
• Komachin Middle School Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. update
• 2025 Work Plan Review
• Commissioner reappointment update – December 10, 2024

The Commission on Equity approved its agenda and October 28, 2024 minutes. Members volunteered to participate in Komachin Middle School's MLK assembly on January 17, 2025, and provided direction on a draft proclamation against hate, racism, and discrimination. No other formal decisions were made; remaining items were informational updates.

• Approved agenda and October 28, 2024 minutes (motion carried)
• Commissioners Brown, Hart, Sauer volunteered for MLK assembly participation
• Provided direction on hate proclamation to include intimidation and history of violence language

Historical Commission

The Lacey Historical Commission will consider approving the October 2024 meeting minutes and discuss several business items. Key topics include the proposed relocation of the Lacey Museum to 6th Avenue, new acquisitions, draft accomplishments for 2024, and the draft work plans for 2024 and 2025.

• Approval of October 16, 2024 meeting minutes
• Discussion of Lacey Museum move to 6th Ave
• New acquisitions for the museum collection
• Draft 2024 accomplishments review
• Draft 2025 work plan update

The Lacey Historical Commission approved new museum acquisitions, the draft 2024 accomplishments, the amended 2024 work plan, and the revised 2025 work plan. The meeting also included updates on the Lacey Museum move to 6th Ave and reports from the Historical Society and Museum Curator.

• Approved new museum acquisitions (motion carried)
• Approved draft 2024 accomplishments pending final edits (motion carried)
• Approved 2024 work plan as amended (motion carried)
• Approved revised 2025 work plan (motion carried)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed 2025 budget and consider resolutions and ordinances setting the ad valorem property tax levy and authorizing a limited tax general obligation bond. Also on the agenda is an ordinance regulating massage and reflexology services. Proclamations for Small Business Saturday and Veterans Appreciation Month will be presented.

• Public hearing on the 2025 budget
• Resolution 1159 authorizing the ad valorem (property) tax levy
• Ordinance 1664: Ad Valorem Tax Ordinance
• Ordinance 1665: 2025 Limited Tax General Obligation (LTGO) Bond Ordinance
• Ordinance 1666: LMC 5.38 Massage and Reflexology Services

The Lacey City Council adopted resolutions and ordinances authorizing a 1% increase in the 2025 property tax levy, setting the 2025 property tax levies, and issuing up to $18.3 million in bonds for a new police station and training facility. The council also amended the municipal code on massage and reflexology services. A public hearing on the 2025 budget was held with no testimony, and final budget adoption is scheduled for December 17.

• Adopted Resolution 1159 authorizing 1% increase in 2025 Ad Valorem tax levy
• Adopted Ordinance 1664 setting 2025 property tax levies
• Adopted Ordinance 1665 authorizing up to $18.3M in LTGO bonds for police station
• Adopted Ordinance 1666 amending LMC 5.38 on massage and reflexology
• Approved consent agenda including minutes and claims
• Proclaimed Small Business Saturday and Veterans Appreciation Month

Parks Improvement Funding Workgroup

The Parks Improvement Funding Workgroup will meet to recap prior work, discuss revenue and funding, and review capital, maintenance, and operation allowances. The meeting also includes an activity to draft a ranking of the Parks Capital Improvement Program with revenue considerations.

• Workgroup Recap
• Discussion: Revenue and Funding
• Activity: Capital, and Maintenance and Operation Allowances
• Activity: Draft Parks Capital Improvement Program Ranking with Revenue Consideration

The Parks Improvement Funding Workgroup met and approved the agenda and prior meeting minutes. No formal decisions were made; members took two non-binding polls on maintenance/operation considerations and capital project rankings to guide future discussion on a potential Metropolitan Park District funding option.

• Approved meeting agenda (motion carried)
• Approved November 4, 2024 meeting minutes (motion carried)

Joint Animal Services Commission

The Joint Animal Services Commission will hold a public hearing regarding the 2025 budget. The body will also receive reports on facility conditions and legislative updates.

• Public hearing for the 2025 Joint Animal Services Budget
• Discussion on facility condition
• Legislative update from Sarah Hock and Shannon Kelley-Fong
• Acceptance of October 2024 Shelter Statistics

The Commission approved the meeting agenda, the October 14, 2024, meeting minutes, and the October 2024 shelter statistics. Commissioners also held a public hearing regarding the proposed 2025 Joint Animal Services budget, which totals $3,604,949.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved October 14, 2024, meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted October 2024 shelter statistics (unanimous)

Capital Area Regional Public Facilities District Board

The board will welcome new member Whitney Godby, who was appointed to serve the remainder of a term ending March 1 2027. It will review the 2023 annual financial report and provide updates on several district programs, including the interlocal agreement, Hands on Children’s Museum, the Regional Athletic Complex, and the Parks Improvement Funding Workgroup. The meeting will also cover upcoming term expirations, recruitment plans, and the election of board officers.

• Appointment of Whitney Godby to an unexpired term (June 18 2024 – March 1 2027)
• Presentation of the 2023 Annual Financial Report
• Interlocal Agreement Extension Update
• Hands on Children’s Museum Annual Update
• Regional Athletic Complex Annual Update

The Capital Area Regional Public Facilities District Board held its annual meeting, approving the 2023 Annual Financial Report and welcoming new member Whitney Godby. The board elected David Brine as president after John Grausam announced his resignation and upcoming term end. Updates were presented on the interlocal agreement extension, Hands on Children's Museum expansion, and Regional Athletic Complex, but no formal votes were taken on these items.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved September 5, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 2023 Annual Financial Report (unanimous)
• Elected David Brine as President (motion carried)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on required amendments to comply with Senate Bill 5290 and on an update to the Critical Areas Ordinance as part of the Comprehensive Plan update. After hearing testimony, the commission will recommend the amendments to the City Council. A briefing on draft updates to Chapter 5 (Stormwater) of the Public Works Standards will also be presented, but no formal action is required.

• Public hearing on SB 5290 Permit Processing Requirements amendments
• Public hearing on Critical Areas Ordinance (CAO) update
• Briefing on Public Works Standards Update – Chapter 5 (Stormwater) (no action required)

City Council

The Lacey City Council will hold a worksession to receive updates on bond issuance, an amendment to the Franz Anderson Interlocal Agreement, the South Sound Military and Communities Partnership, and private development. No formal votes are expected; the session includes public comment and a land acknowledgment.

• South Sound Military and Communities Partnership Annual Update
• Bond Issuance Update
• Franz Anderson Interlocal Agreement Amendment
• Community & Economic Development Private Development Update

The Lacey City Council met on November 12, 2024, and heard presentations on the South Sound Military and Communities Partnership, the $18 million police station bond issuance, and an amendment to the Franz Anderson housing project interlocal agreement. No formal votes were taken on these items; the meeting was informational. The council approved the agenda and had Councilmember Cox preside.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Councilmember Cox presided over the meeting (unanimous)

Human Services Workgroup

The Lacey Human Services Workgroup will approve the amended agenda and minutes, introduce new member Angelina Goldwell, and discuss a draft revision to the Human Services Grant Program policy. The meeting will also include an introduction to the Community Development Block Grant program. Public comment will be accepted in person and via Zoom.

• Workgroup member introduction: Angelina Goldwell
• Human Services Grant Program draft policy revision
• Community Development Block Grant program introduction
• Approval of amended agenda and October 3, 2024 meeting minutes

The Lacey Human Services Workgroup approved an amended agenda and October 3, 2024 meeting minutes. They discussed revisions to the Human Services Grant Program (HSGP) policy, including application limits and funding amounts, with a proposed 2025 budget of $300,000. The group also received an introduction to the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program, with a 2025 funding estimate of $304,850. No public comment was received.

• Approved amended agenda and October 3, 2024 meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Discussed HSGP policy revisions on application limits and grant amounts
• Introduced CDBG program and 2025 funding estimate of $304,850

Parks, Culture and Recreation Board

The Parks, Culture and Recreation Board will review updates on outdoor and teen programs, special events and park rental policies, and will vote on several items including the 2025 budget, work plan, officer nominations, and a specialized recreation agreement. Each of these items requires a board vote. Public comment will be accepted before the business items are addressed.

• Outdoor Program and Teen Late Night Program update
• Special Events and Park Rental Policies update (vote requested)
• 2025 Presiding Officer nominations and elections (vote requested)
• 2025 Parks Board Work Plan (vote requested)
• 2025 Proposed Parks, Culture and Recreation Budget (vote requested)

The Parks, Culture, and Recreation Board approved the 2025 work plan, elected Chair Goodwin and Vice Chair Good for 2025, and approved updates to special events and park rental policies. The board also approved a specialized recreation agreement. The 2025 budget was not considered due to an omitted agenda item and will be taken up at the next meeting.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved October 2, 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved special events and park rental policy updates (unanimous)
• Elected Wendy Goodwin as Chair for 2025 (unanimous)
• Elected Kamber Good as Vice Chair for 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 Parks Board Work Plan (unanimous)
• Approved specialized recreation agreement (unanimous)
• Deferred 2025 budget discussion to next meeting due to missing agenda item

City Council

The council will conduct a public hearing on the 2025 revenue plan. It will adopt Resolution 1158 to update the Small Works roster. The meeting includes a designation of the Greg Couio Park monument sign as public art and a review of massage and reflexology services under LMC 5.38. Standard agenda items such as approval of minutes and wage transfers will also be addressed.

• 2025 Revenue Hearing (public hearing)
• Adoption of Resolution 1158: Small Works Roster Update
• Designation of Greg Couio Park Monument Sign as Public Art
• Massage and Reflexology Services, LMC 5.38
• Approval of wages, claims, and transfers for Sep 12‑Oct 25 2024

The Lacey City Council approved Resolution 1158 to update the Small Works Roster process, aligning with Senate Bill 5268. The council also designated the Greg Cuoio Park monument sign as public art, appointed Angelina Goldwell to the Human Services Work Group, and reappointed Wendy Goodwin to the Parks, Culture, and Recreation Board. A public hearing on the 2025 property tax levy was held with no testimony, and action is scheduled for November 19, 2024.

• Adopted Resolution 1158 updating Small Works Roster process (motion carried)
• Designated Greg Cuoio Park monument sign as public art per Ordinance 1022 (motion carried)
• Appointed Angelina Goldwell to Human Services Work Group (motion carried)
• Reappointed Wendy Goodwin to Parks, Culture, and Recreation Board (motion carried)
• Approved amended agenda and consent agenda (motion carried)
• Proclaimed November 2024 as Native American and Indigenous Heritage Month

General

The Lacey Civil Service Commission will convene to approve meeting minutes and receive a Command Staff Quarterly Report. The agenda also includes a proposal for reinstatement language and a Land Acknowledgment.

• Approval of August 5, 2024, meeting minutes
• Command Staff Quarterly Report (Quarter 3 - July 1-September 30)
• Reinstatement Language proposal
• Public Comment period
• Land Acknowledgment

The Lacey Civil Service Commission approved the agenda and August 5, 2024 minutes, then received a quarterly police recruitment report. The commission tabled discussion of a land acknowledgement until the February 2025 meeting. No formal decisions were made on policy changes.

• Approved November 4, 2024 agenda (unanimous)
• Approved August 5, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Tabled land acknowledgement discussion to February 2025 meeting

Parks Improvement Funding Workgroup

The Parks Improvement Funding Workgroup is meeting to review a recap of the group's work and discuss funding options for parks. The group will also discuss initial funding priorities for activities.

• Discussion of parks funding options
• Review of initial funding priorities for activities

The workgroup reviewed prior discussions, heard answers on parks funding options, and discussed potential funding sources for Capital Improvement Program projects. No formal votes or decisions were made on funding priorities.

• Approved meeting agenda (motion by Brown, second by Wilkins)
• Approved October 28, 2024 meeting minutes as presented

Commission on Equity

The Lacey Commission on Equity will hear updates on the Black Home Initiative, the Community Resource Unit/Mobile Outreach Team/30x30 Initiative, and the Equity Initiative. Commissioners will also receive reports on advisory board vacancies for the Planning Commission and Commission on Equity, as well as city surveys covering the Comprehensive Plan, Human Services Needs Assessment, and Middle Housing. Public comment will be accepted before the business items.

• Black Home Initiative (presented by Jennifer Adams, Housing Coordinator)
• Community Resource Unit / Mobile Outreach Team / 30x30 Initiative (presented by Robert Almada and Robert Hollis, Police)
• Equity Initiative Update (presented by Veronica Hand)
• Advisory Board Vacancies – Planning Commission and Commission on Equity (report by Shannon Kelley-Fong)
• City Surveys – Comprehensive Plan, Human Services Needs Assessment, and Middle Housing (report by Shannon Kelley-Fong)

The Commission on Equity voted to recommend that the Lacey City Council begin a deliberative inquiry into applying the Black Home Initiative, a regional effort to increase BIPOC homeownership. The commission also heard presentations on the police department's Community Outreach Unit and Mobile Outreach Team, and on equity program updates. No other formal decisions were made.

• Recommended City Council begin deliberative inquiry into Black Home Initiative (motion carried)
• Approved October 28 agenda and September 23, 2024 minutes (motion carried)

Parks Improvement Funding Workgroup

The Parks Improvement Funding Workgroup is meeting to review a recap of the group's progress. The session includes an activity to identify initial priorities for the Parks Capital Improvement Program.

• Workgroup recap presented by Director Jen Burbidge
• Activity on initial Parks Capital Improvement Program priorities led by Senior Parks Planner Jenny Wilson

The Parks Improvement Funding Workgroup approved its agenda and previous minutes. Staff led a small-group activity to prioritize projects for the Parks Capital Improvement Program, with groups reporting their initial rankings to the full body. No specific funding amounts or final project selections were decided during this meeting.

• Agenda approved
• October 14, 2024 minutes approved
• Initial prioritization activity conducted for Parks Capital Improvement Program

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will receive briefings on two infrastructure and transit updates. No formal actions are scheduled for these items.

• Briefing on the Commute Trip Reduction Plan update regarding single-occupancy commute trips
• Review of draft updates to Chapter 4 (Transportation) of the Public Works Standards

City Council

The Lacey City Council and North Thurston Public Schools Board of Directors are meeting to discuss community projects. The session focuses on updates regarding youth services and property usage.

• Young Child and Family Center update
• Youth Advisory Groups discussion
• LOTT Surplus Property discussion

The Lacey City Council and North Thurston Public Schools Board held a joint meeting to discuss the Young Child and Family Center, youth advisory groups, and a potential affordable housing project on LOTT surplus property. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational, with presentations and discussion only.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)

Library Board

The Lacey Library Board meeting will introduce a new youth representative, Avani Kumar, and receive an update from Assistant Library Manager Blake Bresnahan. The board will also set the date for its next meeting and provide a public comment period for residents. No formal policy decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Youth Representative Introduction – Avani Kumar
• Library Manager's Update – Blake Bresnahan
• Scheduling of the next Library Board meeting
• Public comment period for residents
• For the Good of the Order (agenda item)

The Lacey Library Board approved the agenda and the minutes from the April 17, 2024 meeting. The board received a report from interim Library Manager Blake Bresnahan, noting staff departures have reduced weekly hours by 70, with 30 reallocated to the mobile Anywhere Library. No substantive decisions were made beyond the approvals.

• Approved agenda as written
• Approved minutes from April 17, 2024 meeting as written

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission is meeting to review new museum acquisitions and a storage update. The body will also consider nominations for a presiding officer and a drafted work plan for 2025.

• Presiding Officer nominations
• New museum acquisitions
• Museum storage update
• Drafted 2025 Work Plan

The Lacey Historical Commission approved its agenda and September minutes, then unanimously re-elected Jim Keogh as Chair and Kevin Wyckoff as Vice Chair for 2025. The commission approved new museum acquisitions and discussed the 2025 work plan, with staff to provide an updated draft. No public comment was made, and no other substantive decisions were taken.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved September 18, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Elected Jim Keogh as Chair for 2025 (unanimous)
• Elected Kevin Wyckoff as Vice Chair for 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved new museum acquisitions (unanimous)

City Council

The Lacey City Council will review several items, including approval of Human Services Grant Awards and a multi‑family tax exemption contract for 629 Woodland Square Loop. The council will also hear a budget presentation from City Manager Rick Walk and discuss HB 1220 housing allocations and land capacity. Additional agenda items are routine approvals of prior meeting minutes and public recognitions.

• Approval of Human Services Grant Awards as recommended
• Multi‑Family Tax Exemption Contract – 629 Woodland Square Loop
• Discussion of HB 1220 Housing Allocations and Land Capacity
• City Manager Budget Presentation by Rick Walk
• Approval of wages, claims, and transfers for Aug 27–Oct 4, 2024

The Lacey City Council approved an 8-year Multi-Family Tax Exemption (MFTE) contract with DM Ventures 629 LLC for a project at 629 Woodland Square Loop SE, authorizing the City Manager to sign. The council also approved the agenda and consent agenda, including minutes, wages, claims, and Human Services Grant Awards. Mayor Ryder appointed Troy Kirby to the CAR-PFD Board of Directors. The council heard a budget presentation and reports from boards and commissions, with no other substantive decisions.

• Approved agenda and consent agenda including minutes, wages, claims, and Human Services Grant Awards
• Authorized City Manager to enter 8-year MFTE contract with DM Ventures 629 LLC for 629 Woodland Square Loop SE
• Appointed Troy Kirby to CAR-PFD Board of Directors
• Proclaimed October 2024 as Walk to School Month
• Proclaimed October 2024 as Domestic Violence Awareness Month

Joint Animal Services Commission

The Joint Animal Services Commission will meet to review the proposed 2025 budget and discuss reserves policy. The commission will also receive a report on community outreach and awareness.

• 2025 Animal Services Proposed Budget
• Reserves Policy Discussion
• Community Outreach and Awareness report
• October 2024 Shelter Statistics

The Joint Animal Services Commission reviewed the proposed 2025 budget, which includes an estimated 14.8% increase in jurisdiction assessments and a $3.6 million operating budget. The commission also discussed the reserves policy and community outreach efforts. No formal votes were taken on these items; the only action was approval of the agenda and consent agenda.

• Approved agenda and consent agenda (motion carried)
• Approved September 9, 2024 meeting minutes (part of consent agenda)
• Accepted October 2024 shelter statistics (part of consent agenda)

Parks Improvement Funding Workgroup

The Parks Improvement Funding Workgroup will review the Parks Capital Improvement Program and discuss capital projects and design processes. The meeting is a standard review session with no new funding decisions.

• Review of Parks Capital Improvement Program
• Discussion of capital projects and design process
• Approval of September 30, 2024 meeting minutes
• Workgroup recap and parks tour highlights

The Parks Improvement Funding Workgroup met and received informational presentations on the capital project and design process, parks tour highlights, and a comprehensive review of the Parks Capital Improvement Program. No substantive decisions were made; the only actions were approvals of the agenda and prior meeting minutes.

• Approved meeting agenda (motion carried)
• Approved September 30, 2024 meeting minutes (motion carried)

LEOFF I Board

The LEOFF I Disability Board will discuss the medical reimbursement budgetary process and review LEOFF I claims. The board is also considering the reappointment of Bob Cecil.

• Medical Reimbursement Budgetary Process
• Review of LEOFF I Claims
• Reappointment of Bob Cecil to the LEOFF 1 Disability Board
• Advisory Board Public Meeting Materials

The Lacey LEOFF I Disability Board met on October 10, 2024, and unanimously approved the agenda, reappointed Police Representative Bob Cecil to a new term, and tabled a review of advisory board materials to the next meeting. The board also heard a report on medical reimbursement claims and a presentation on the reimbursement process and city liabilities.

• Approved amended agenda (unanimous)
• Reappointed Bob Cecil as Police Representative (unanimous)
• Tabled advisory board materials review to next meeting (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Lacey Planning Commission will review proposed changes to permit processing requirements and an update to the Critical Areas Ordinance. Both items are scheduled for future public hearings.

• Review of Senate Bill 5290 permit processing requirements
• Briefing on Critical Areas Ordinance update
• Briefing on Comprehensive Plan Update outreach
• Approval of September 25, 2024 meeting minutes

City Council

The Lacey City Council will hear an overview of the Thurston County property tax assessment. Council members will discuss a proposed amendment to the LMC 3.64 Multi-Family Tax Exemption Program target zone. The meeting includes a presentation of human services grant awards and a discussion of the Washington Center Free Day program.

• Thurston County Property Tax Assessment Overview
• LMC 3.64 Multi-Family Tax Exemption Program – Target Zone Amendment
• Human Services Grant Awards presentation
• Washington Center Free Day discussion

The Lacey City Council held a worksession on October 8, 2024, to discuss presentations on property taxes, multi-family tax exemptions, human services grants, and the Washington Center free day. The council approved the meeting agenda and awarded the Washington Center free day to the Capital City Chorus without objection. No other formal votes or final policy adoptions were recorded.

• Approved the meeting agenda
• Awarded the Washington Center free day to the Capital City Chorus

Human Services Workgroup

The Human Services Workgroup is meeting to review materials for the Human Services Grant Program. The group will also discuss the Human Services Commission and receive an introduction to the Lacey Youth Council.

• Review of Human Services Grant Program materials
• Discussion regarding the Human Services Commission
• Introduction to Lacey Youth Council and Representative Elhadj Toure

The Human Services Workgroup voted to recommend an ordinance to the Lacey City Council establishing a permanent Human Services Commission. The commission would advise on human service needs, policies, programs, and funding, including future grant programs and the Community Development Block Grant. The workgroup also approved the agenda and September 5, 2024 meeting minutes, and reviewed grant program materials and the Lacey Youth Council introduction.

• Recommended ordinance to City Council to establish permanent Human Services Commission (motion carried)
• Approved agenda and September 5, 2024 meeting minutes (motion carried)

Parks, Culture and Recreation Board

The Parks, Culture and Recreation Board will meet to discuss and vote on fee updates for sport fields and the Lacey Community Center and Jacob Smith House. The board will also review updates to the Advisory Board Handbook and the Enhancements Program.

• Vote on Sport Fields Fees Update
• Vote on Lacey Community Center and Jacob Smith House Rental Fees Update
• Vote on Enhancements Program Update
• Discussion of New Youth Commissioner
• Advisory Board Handbook Updates

The Parks, Culture, and Recreation Board approved fee updates for sport fields and for rentals at the Lacey Community Center and Jacob Smith House, as well as enhancement request updates. The board also received reports on park maintenance and programming, and discussed updates to the Advisory Board Handbook. No public comment was made.

• Approved sport fields fee updates as presented
• Approved Lacey Community Center and Jacob Smith House rental fee updates as presented
• Approved enhancement request updates as presented

City Council

The Lacey City Council and Thurston County Board of Commissioners will hold a joint meeting to welcome a Polish sister-city delegation and conduct a public hearing on the proposed annexation of the Draham Road–Cuoio Park Island area. Council and commissioners will also share updates on local initiatives.

• Public hearing on Draham Road - Cuoio Park Island Annexation proposal
• Reception for Minsk Mazowiecki, Poland sister-city delegation

The Lacey City Council and Thurston County Board of County Commissioners held a joint meeting and public hearing, then unanimously approved the draft interlocal agreement (ILA) for the annexation of three unincorporated islands, including Draham Road and Cuoio Park North. The council authorized the City Manager to sign the ILA. The meeting also included a reception for the Minsk-Mazowiecki, Poland sister city delegation and updates on the opioid settlement and annexation study.

• Approved draft interlocal agreement for Draham Road and Cuoio Park North island annexations (unanimous)
• Authorized City Manager to sign the interlocal agreement (unanimous)

Parks Improvement Funding Workgroup

The Parks Improvement Funding Workgroup is meeting to review financial conditions and potential new funding sources. The session includes an activity focused on initial workgroup funding proposals.

• Financial Conditions Overview presented by Jen Burbidge
• Initial Workgroup Funding Proposals activity led by Jenny Wilson
• Comprehensive Financial Conditions and Potential New Funding Sources presentation by Troy Woo

The Parks Improvement Funding Workgroup met and approved the agenda and prior meeting minutes. Members received presentations on Lacey Parks' financial conditions and potential new funding sources, and began an initial discussion on funding proposals. No substantive funding decisions were made.

• Approved meeting agenda
• Approved September 16, 2024 meeting minutes

General

The City of Lacey will hear a presentation from the Washington State Auditor outlining the planned 2023 accountability audit. The audit will examine payroll gross wages, utility and permit billing, use of restricted funds (impact fees), tax receipting, electronic funds transfers, open public meeting compliance, and overall financial condition. The estimated cost of the audit is $28,600 plus travel expenses. Lacey officials may provide input and will later receive audit findings and management letters.

• Accountability audit for Jan 1 – Dec 31 2023
• Review of payroll gross wages
• Review of utility and permit billing (accounts receivable)
• Review of use of restricted funds (impact fees)
• Estimated audit cost $28,600 plus travel

Lodging Tax Advisory Committee

The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee is meeting to review a budget tool and make funding recommendations. The committee will also discuss reports, processes, and timelines for 2025.

• Budget tool review and funding recommendations
• 2025 LTAC discussions regarding reports, processes, and timelines

The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee approved its 2025 Lodging Tax Funding Budget recommendation, allocating $600,225 across 30 applicants. The motion carried unanimously. The committee also discussed potential 2025 improvements to reporting metrics, the application cycle, and the scoring rubric, and noted recruitment for a committee vacancy.

• Approved 2025 Lodging Tax Funding Budget recommendation totaling $600,225 (unanimous)
• Approved agenda and minutes of September 19, 2024 (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The commission will receive a staff briefing on draft updates to Chapter 3 of the Public Works Standards, which is informational only and requires no vote. It will also be briefed on the regional land capacity analysis and housing allocations required by HB 1220 for inclusion in the 2025 Comprehensive Plan update. No formal actions are scheduled for these items.

• Public Works Standards Update – briefing on draft Chapter 3 revisions (no formal action)
• HB 1220 Housing Need Allocations – briefing on land capacity analysis for 2025 Comprehensive Plan (no formal action)
• Approval of agenda and consent agenda items, including September 11, 2024 meeting minutes
• Public comment period for community members

City Council

The City Council will conduct a worksession to discuss the 2025 budget and LOTT Water Alliance surplus property. The meeting also includes presentations from five applicants for the Washington Center Free Day.

• 2025 Budget Workshop
• LOTT Water Alliance Surplus Property discussion
• Washington Center Free Day presentations by Olympia Chorus, Olympia Waldorf School, Boys & Girls Clubs of Thurston County, 4 the Love Foundation, and Capital City Chorus of Olympia

The Lacey City Council held a worksession with no formal votes or decisions. They heard presentations from five organizations requesting a free day at the Washington Center for the Performing Arts, received an update on a potential surplus LOTT Water Alliance parcel for affordable housing, and discussed the 2025 preliminary budget. The meeting was procedural and informational only.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Heard presentations from 5 applicants for Washington Center free day
• Received update on LOTT surplus property near Komachin Middle School
• Discussed 2025 preliminary budget topics, no action taken

Commission on Equity

The Commission on Equity will meet to discuss the Equity Index Map and receive updates on human services, including a grant program and needs assessment survey. The body will also review updates to the Advisory Board Handbook.

• Discussion of the Equity Index Map
• Human Services update regarding the Commission, Grant Program, and Needs Assessment Survey
• Advisory Board Handbook update
• Parks Improvement Funding Work Group update
• Celebration of the Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging Strategic Plan Adoption

The Commission on Equity celebrated the adoption of the Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) Strategic Plan. They approved the amended agenda, August 26, 2024 minutes, and consent items. Staff presented updates to the Advisory Board Handbook, including OPMA/PRA training and Robert's Rules, and discussed a proposed Human Services Commission and the 2024 Human Services Grant process. No formal votes were taken on these informational items.

• Approved amended agenda, August 26, 2024 minutes, and consent items (motion carried; Hegwood did not vote)
• Rescheduled introduction of Lacey Youth Council Representative Kieran Powell to a future meeting
• Celebrated adoption of DEIB Strategic Plan (no formal action)

Lodging Tax Advisory Committee

The committee is meeting to discuss interviews regarding 2025 lodging tax funding. The session also includes an update from the Parks Improvement Funding Work Group.

• 2025 Lodging Tax Funding Interviews
• Parks Improvement Funding Work Group Update

The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee heard presentations from 13 applicants for 2025 lodging tax funding and received an update from the Parks Improvement Funding Work Group. No funding decisions were made at this meeting; the committee only approved the agenda and prior meeting minutes.

• Approved September 19, 2024 agenda and September 12, 2024 minutes (motion carried)

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission is meeting to discuss updates to the museum's storage and the 2024 work plan. The body will also receive an update on the funding strategy for the New Museum and Cultural Center.

• New Acquisitions
• New Museum and Cultural Center Funding Strategy Committee Update
• Museum Storage Update
• 2024 Work Plan Update
• Advisory Board Handbook Updates

The Lacey Historical Commission approved the acceptance of new museum acquisitions and the amended agenda and August minutes. Staff provided updates on the Advisory Board Handbook, museum storage, and the 2024 work plan. No public comment was made, and no substantive policy decisions were made beyond routine approvals.

• Approved amended agenda (motion carried)
• Approved August 21, 2024 meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Accepted new museum acquisitions (motion carried)

City Council

The Lacey City Council will vote on Resolution 1157 to adopt the Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging Strategic Plan. The meeting also includes a City Manager report on a Multi-Family Tax Exemption application for 629 Woodland Square Loop and a mayoral reappointment of Historical Commission members Jon Halvorson and Tula'i Patane. Proclamations for Hispanic and Latinx Heritage Month and Prostate Cancer Awareness Month will be presented, and a public hearing is scheduled.

• Resolution 1157: Adoption of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging Strategic Plan
• Multi-Family Tax Exemption Application for 629 Woodland Square Loop
• Reappointment of Historical Commission members Jon Halvorson and Tula'i Patane
• Proclamations for Hispanic and Latinx Heritage Month and Prostate Cancer Awareness Month
• Public Hearing

The Lacey City Council approved Resolution 1157, adopting the 2024-2030 Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging Strategic Plan. The council also appointed Youth Councilmembers to advisory boards, reappointed two members to the Historical Commission, and proclaimed Hispanic and Latinx Heritage Month and Prostate Cancer Awareness Month. A multi-family tax exemption application for 629 Woodland Square Loop was briefed but will return for action on October 15, 2024.

• Adopted Resolution 1157 - DEIB Strategic Plan 2024-2030 (motion carried)
• Appointed Youth Councilmembers as advisory board representatives for 2024-2025 (motion carried)
• Reappointed Jon Halvorson and Tula'i Patane to the Historical Commission (motion carried)
• Proclaimed Sept 15-Oct 15, 2024 as Hispanic and Latinx Heritage Month
• Proclaimed September 2024 as Prostate Cancer Awareness Month

Parks Improvement Funding Workgroup

The Parks Improvement Funding Workgroup is meeting to establish its operating rules and review current park management. The group will discuss the Parks, Culture and Recreation Comprehensive Plan and the Capital Improvement Program.

• Election of Presiding Officers
• Establishment of Rules of Procedure
• Review of Lacey Parks, Culture and Recreation Comprehensive Plan
• Maintenance Program Overview
• Parks Capital Improvement Program Overview

The Parks Improvement Funding Workgroup elected Evette Temple as Chair and Rachel Murata as Vice Chair, and approved its Rules of Procedure. Members also discussed initial priorities and received presentations on the Comprehensive Plan, maintenance program, and Capital Improvement Program. No funding decisions were made.

• Approved meeting agenda
• Approved August 19, 2024 meeting minutes
• Elected Evette Temple as Chair
• Elected Rachel Murata as Vice Chair
• Approved Rules of Procedure

Lodging Tax Advisory Committee

The committee is meeting to review applications for 2025 lodging tax funding. The agenda also includes a budget update and a review of the scoring rubric and budget tool.

• Review of 2025 Lodging Tax Funding Applications
• Budget update from Finance Director Troy Woo
• Review of Scoring Rubric & Budget Tool
• Advisory Board Handbook Update

The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee met and approved its agenda and April 4, 2024 minutes. Staff presented updates on the Advisory Board Handbook, the 2025 budget (with $566,441 in revenue requests and $898,894 in expenditure requests), and new scoring and budget tools. The committee reviewed 2025 lodging tax funding applications and advised which applicants should present at the September 19 meeting. No formal funding decisions were made.

• Approved September 12 agenda and April 4, 2024 minutes (motion carried)
• Advised which 2025 lodging tax applicants should present on September 19, 2024

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will meet to discuss updates to the Advisory Board Handbook. Staff will brief the commission on public meeting best practices and the Public Comment Policy.

• Advisory Board Handbook Update briefing regarding Public Comment Policy and meeting best practices

City Council

The Lacey City Council work session will hear updates on the Visitor & Convention Bureau Destination Management Plan, the Greg Cuoio Park Phase 1A project, and the 2025 revenue and expenditure estimate. Council members will also receive an engagement plan for updating the Comprehensive Plan. The meeting includes a public comment period for residents.

• Visitor & Convention Bureau Destination Management Plan presentation
• Greg Cuoio Park Phase 1A update
• 2025 Revenue and Expenditure Estimate review
• Comprehensive Plan Update – Engagement Plan discussion

The City Council held a worksession to discuss the 2025 revenue and expenditure estimates, the Greg Cuoio Park Phase 1A project, and the Comprehensive Plan engagement strategy. No formal legislative actions or votes were taken on these agenda items during the meeting.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)

Joint Animal Services Commission

The Joint Animal Services Commission is meeting to discuss operational updates and financial estimates. The body will review reports on volunteer programs, field services, and the 2025 jurisdictional assessment estimates.

• 2025 Jurisdictional Assessment Estimates
• Volunteer Program Update
• Field Services Update
• July and August 2024 Shelter Statistics

The commission reviewed the 2025 jurisdictional assessment estimates, including per-capita costs and budget impacts, and noted there would be no jurisdiction rebate in 2024. Updates were also provided on the volunteer program, field services, and the director's report. No formal votes were taken on these items.

• Approved agenda as amended to consider item 5c before 5a (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including July 8, 2024 minutes and shelter statistics (unanimous)
• Reviewed 2025 jurisdictional assessment estimates (no vote)
• Noted no jurisdiction rebate in 2024 (no vote)

Human Services Workgroup

The Human Services Workgroup is meeting to address the 2024 Human Services Grant Program Award. The group will also hold a discussion regarding the Human Services Commission and receive a program update.

• 2024 Human Services Grant Program Award
• Human Services Commission discussion
• Human Services Program update

The Human Services Workgroup approved Option 2 for the 2024 Human Services Grant Program, recommending that the City Council award $30,000 or the requested amount (whichever is less) to organizations scoring above 90 on the rubric. The group also expressed support for creating a permanent Human Services Commission, though this was only a discussion item. No public comment was received.

• Approved Option 2 for 2024 grant awards: $30,000 or requested amount, whichever is less, for groups scoring above 90 (motion carried)
• Expressed support for Option 1 to establish a permanent Human Services Commission (discussion only)

City Council

The Lacey City Council will hold its regular meeting on September 3, 2024, to approve minutes, claims, and a budget amendment. The council will also hear reports from city staff, including a proposed agreement for transferring interests in Tumwater Brewery assets. Public recognitions and proclamations for National Voter Registration Day and Emergency Preparedness Month are scheduled.

• Adoption of Ordinance 1663: 2024 Budget Amendment
• Agreement for Transfer of Interests in Tumwater Brewery Assets
• Utility Wrap Public Art Project Approval
• Lacey Youth Council Representative Appointment
• Public Hearing (agenda item 8) with no further details provided

The Lacey City Council approved Ordinance 1663, amending the 2024 budget as presented, and authorized the City Manager to sign an agreement transferring Lacey's interests in Tumwater brewery assets to the City of Tumwater. Both motions carried unanimously. The council also approved the consent agenda, including the Utility Wrap Public Art Project and a Youth Council appointment, and issued proclamations for National Voter Registration Day and Emergency Preparedness Month.

• Adopted Ordinance 1663, 2024 Budget Amendment (unanimous)
• Authorized City Manager to sign agreement transferring Tumwater brewery assets to City of Tumwater (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including Utility Wrap Public Art Project and Lacey Youth Council appointment (unanimous)
• Proclaimed September 17, 2024 as National Voter Registration Day
• Proclaimed September as Emergency Preparedness Month

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review an out-of-cycle rezone request from Thurston County. The commission will make a formal recommendation to Thurston County regarding a property in the unincorporated portion of the Lacey Urban Growth Area.

• Thurston County Site Specific Rezone Request for a property along the Martin Way corridor

The Lacey Planning Commission reviewed an out-of-cycle rezone request from Thurston County for a property along the Martin Way corridor in the unincorporated Lacey Urban Growth Area. The commission voted unanimously to formally recommend the zone change to Thurston County. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting also included procedural approvals and announcements.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved July 24, 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended rezone request to Thurston County (unanimous)

City Council

The Lacey City Council worksession will hear updates on the MakerSpace, a free community event, and utility billing and meter replacement. The primary decision item is the 2024 budget amendments presented by the Finance Director. The meeting includes an executive session as required by state law.

• Lacey MakerSpace update presented by the Center for Business & Innovation director
• Washington Center Free Day presentation
• Utility billing and meter replacement update
• 2024 budget amendments presented by the Finance Director

Commission on Equity

The Commission on Equity will receive presentations from local educational institutions and community organizations. The meeting includes updates on park improvement funding and the Lacey Police Department Community Academy.

• University and College Equity Initiatives presentations from Saint Martin's University and South Sound Community College
• Thurston County Equity Coalition report
• TOGETHER! Club House and Equity Initiatives Overview
• Park Improvement Funding Work Group update
• Lacey Police Department Community Academy report

The Commission on Equity received presentations on diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives from Saint Martin's University, South Puget Sound Community College, the Thurston County Equity Coalition, and TOGETHER! Club House. No formal decisions were made; the meeting adjourned at 8:00 p.m. due to lack of quorum.

• Approved agenda, July 22, 2024 minutes, and consent items (motion carried)

Historical Commission

The Lacey Historical Commission will hold its August 21 meeting to approve the agenda and minutes, review a RAC Kiosk Panel, discuss new acquisitions, and consider a support letter for the Lacey Historical Society. The meeting also includes reports from the Lacey Historical Society, Policy StEPs Committee, and commissioners.

• Review of RAC Kiosk Panel
• Discussion of new acquisitions
• Consideration of support letter for Lacey Historical Society

The Lacey Historical Commission approved the RAC kiosk panels with minor copy edits, approved new museum acquisitions, and approved a support letter for the Lacey Historical Society with a name spelling amendment. All motions carried unanimously. No public comment was received.

• Approved RAC kiosk panels as amended (unanimous)
• Approved new museum acquisitions (unanimous)
• Approved Lacey Historical Society support letter with name spelling amendment (unanimous)

City Council

The Lacey City Council will approve minutes from July and August, hear from the 988 Suicide Prevention Program, and receive a report on state legislative actions SB 5290 and HB 1293.

• Approval of Council minutes for July 16, July 23, and August 6, 2024
• Approval of wages, claims, and transfers for July 11 through August 9, 2024
• Public Hearing
• Presentation on impacts of State Legislative Actions SB 5290 and HB 1293
• Appointment of 2024-2025 Lacey Youth Council

The Lacey City Council approved the consent agenda, including minutes and claims, and appointed 15 applicants to the 2024-2025 Lacey Youth Council. Council also heard presentations on the 988 Suicide Prevention Program, state legislative impacts, and a public art utility wrap project, expressing support for moving forward with the art project. No ordinances or resolutions were considered.

• Approved agenda and consent agenda including minutes and claims (unanimous)
• Appointed 15 members to 2024-2025 Lacey Youth Council (unanimous)
• Expressed support for utility wrap art project; to be placed on future consent agenda

Parks Improvement Funding Workgroup

The Parks Improvement Funding Workgroup is meeting to conduct member introductions and review the group's overview. The session includes discussions on the Boards and Commissions Handbook and draft rules of procedure.

• Advisory Board Stipend Program and Demographic Survey
• Open Public Meetings and Public Records
• Draft Workgroup Rules of Procedure
• Boards and Commissions Handbook

The Parks Improvement Funding Workgroup met for the first time on August 19, 2024, but took no substantive actions. Members approved the agenda, received training on open meetings and public records, and were introduced to the workgroup's purpose and draft rules of procedure. No funding decisions or policy votes occurred.

• Approved meeting agenda as printed (motion carried)

City Council

The City Council will hold a worksession to receive updates on city finances and transportation. The meeting includes reports on investments and the 2024 mid-year financial status.

• Port of Olympia update from Executive Director Alex Smith
• Transportation Benefit District Annual Report
• Second Quarter 2024 Investment Report
• 2024 Mid-Year Financial Report

The City Council approved the 2023 Annual Report for the Transportation Benefit District. The meeting also included updates on the Port of Olympia, the second quarter 2024 investment report, and the 2024 mid-year financial report.

• Approved City of Lacey Transportation Benefit District 2023 Annual Report

Human Services Workgroup

The Lacey Human Services Workgroup will review summaries and presentations for 15 community grant applications, including funding for housing, home repair, and youth services. The meeting will also approve the agenda and previous meeting minutes.

• Approval of July 11, 2024, meeting minutes
• Review of grant applications for Lacey Accessible Dwelling Units
• Review of grant applications for Thurston County Diaper Bank
• Review of grant applications for Home Share Program
• Review of grant applications for Critical Home Repair

The Human Services Workgroup heard presentations from 15 nonprofit organizations seeking funding from the $300,000 Human Services Grant Program established in the 2024 budget. No funding decisions were made; the workgroup only received presentations and will presumably decide at a later meeting. The agenda and July 11, 2024 minutes were approved unanimously.

• Approved agenda and July 11, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Heard 15 grant presentations; no funding decisions made

Parks, Culture and Recreation Board

The Parks, Culture and Recreation Board will discuss 2025 budget requests and the 2024 work plan. The board is also voting on interlocal sub-agreements with North Thurston Public Schools.

• Vote on North Thurston Public Schools Interlocal Sub-Agreements
• Discussion of 2025 Budget Requests
• Vote on 2024 Work Plan Update
• Update on Greg Cuoio Park
• Parks Improvement Funding Workgroup Update

The Lacey Parks, Culture and Recreation Board approved the 2024 Work Plan Update and the North Thurston Public Schools interlocal sub-agreements. The 2025 budget requests were presented but not voted on. The board also received updates on the Greg Cuoio Park project and the Parks Improvement Funding Workgroup.

• Approved 2024 Work Plan Update (motion carried)
• Approved North Thurston Public Schools interlocal sub-agreements (motion carried)
• Approved agenda as presented (motion carried)
• Approved June 5, 2024 minutes as presented (motion carried)

City Council

The City Council will discuss updates to public comment policies and the Advisory Board Handbook. The body is also considering resolutions regarding electric vehicle charging rates and a HOME Consortium interlocal agreement.

• Resolution 1150 and 1151: Public Comment and Public Hearing Policies updates
• Resolution 1154: Electric Vehicle Charging Rate
• Resolution 1155: 2025-2027 HOME Consortium Interlocal Agreement
• Resolution 1156: Amending Resolution 1148 regarding Parks Improvement Funding Workgroup
• Contract PW2024-18: Yelm Highway Pavement Rehab and Citywide Utility Adjustments

The Lacey City Council adopted resolutions updating public comment and hearing policies, approved new electric vehicle charging rates, and authorized a HOME Consortium interlocal agreement. It also expanded the Parks Improvement Funding Workgroup and appointed 15 members, and awarded a pavement rehabilitation contract. All actions were approved as recorded.

• Adopted Resolution 1150 updating public comment and hearing policies (carried)
• Adopted Resolution 1151 updating Advisory Board Handbook public comment policies (carried)
• Adopted Resolution 1154 approving EV charging fees (5-1, Mayor Ryder opposed)
• Approved Resolution 1155 authorizing HOME Consortium interlocal agreement with Thurston County and Olympia (carried)
• Approved Resolution 1156 increasing Parks Improvement Funding Workgroup membership to 15 (carried)
• Appointed 15 members to Parks Improvement Funding Workgroup (carried)
• Awarded PW2024-18 Yelm Highway Pavement Rehab contract to Lakeside Industries for $1,420,261.00 (carried)

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and receive a quarterly report. Chief of Police Robert Almada and Deputy Police Chief Robert Hollis are scheduled to present the Command Staff Quarterly Report.

• Approval of June 3, 2024 Special meeting minutes
• Command Staff Quarterly Report presented by Robert Almada and Robert Hollis

The Lacey Civil Service Commission unanimously approved the August 5, 2024 agenda and the May 6, 2024 meeting minutes. The commission received the Command Staff Quarterly Report for Q2 (April 1-June 30), which detailed police officer recruitment and training status. No formal decisions were made on the report, and no public members attended.

• Approved August 5, 2024 agenda (unanimous)
• Approved May 6, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Lacey Planning Commission is meeting to receive an introductory briefing on an out-of-cycle rezone request from Thurston County for a property along the Martin Way corridor in the unincorporated portion of the Lacey Urban Growth Area. The commission will also get an update on engagement efforts for the Comprehensive Plan update. The agenda includes routine items like approval of minutes and public comment.

• Out-of-cycle rezone request from Thurston County for property along Martin Way corridor
• Comprehensive Plan engagement and outreach update
• Approval of June 26, 2024 meeting minutes

The Lacey Planning Commission held a procedural meeting on July 24, 2024. They approved the meeting agenda and the June 26 minutes unanimously. The commission received introductory briefings on a Thurston County rezone request and the Comprehensive Plan update, but took no action on either. No substantive decisions were made.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved June 26 minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The Lacey City Council is holding a worksession to discuss several items, including a draft interlocal agreement for the Draham Road Island annexation, an interlocal agreement for the HOME Consortium, a public comment and public hearing policy, and a Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) strategic plan. These are discussion items, not final decisions. The meeting also includes an executive session.

• Draft interlocal agreement for Draham Road Island annexation
• Interlocal agreement for HOME Consortium
• Public comment and public hearing policy
• DEIB strategic plan council message input

The Lacey City Council held a worksession on July 23, 2024, reviewing several items but taking no final votes. They discussed a draft interlocal agreement for the Draham Road Island annexation, an interlocal agreement for the HOME Consortium, updates to public comment and hearing policies, and input for the DEIB Strategic Plan. The meeting included a 35-minute executive session on a public employee performance matter, with no actions taken.

• Approved the meeting agenda (motion carried)
• Discussed draft interlocal agreement for Draham Road Island annexation (no action)
• Reviewed interlocal agreement for HOME Consortium (no action)
• Discussed public comment and hearing policy updates (no action)
• Gathered Council input for DEIB Strategic Plan message (no action)
• Held executive session on public employee performance (no action)

Commission on Equity

The Lacey Commission on Equity is meeting to discuss several updates: the Comprehensive Plan's communications and community engagement plan, a Human Services grant program and needs assessment, and Phase 1 of the Utility Wrap Project. The commission will also hear reports on community forum planning and the DEIB strategic plan. Public comment is available in person, by Zoom, or by email.

• Comprehensive Plan Update: Communications and Community Engagement Plan
• Human Services Update: Grant Program, Community Participation Plan, and Needs Assessment Outline
• Utility Wrap Project Phase 1 Update
• Community Forum and Regional Event Planning Update
• Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) Strategic Plan Update

The Commission on Equity approved the agenda, June 24 meeting minutes, and consent items. Members received presentations on the Comprehensive Plan's community engagement strategy, the Human Services Grant Program and needs assessment, and the Utility Wrap Project Phase 1, providing feedback on each. No formal decisions were made on these items; recommendations on utility box art will go to the City Council in September.

• Approved agenda, June 24 minutes, and consent items (motion carried)
• Reviewed Comprehensive Plan communications and engagement plan (no vote)
• Provided feedback on Human Services needs assessment and survey drafts (no vote)
• Reviewed Utility Wrap Project Phase 1; recommendations to Council in September (no vote)

City Council

The Lacey City Council will hold a regular meeting with several action items, including a resolution adopting the 2025 Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program, a resolution updating the Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan, and an ordinance amending the Neighborhood Commercial District Code. The council will also consider a reappointment to the Parks, Culture and Recreation Board and receive updates on the Human Services Grant Program, the Kroger opioid settlement, and the Fireworks Spectacular event.

• Resolution 1152: 2025 Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program (TIP)
• Resolution 1153: 2024 Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan (CEMP) Update
• Ordinance 1662: Neighborhood Commercial District Code
• Reappointment of Gary Larson to Parks, Culture and Recreation Board
• National Opioid Settlement: Kroger Settlement update

The City Council approved amendments to the Neighborhood Commercial District Code and adopted the 2025 Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program. Council also approved the 2024 Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan and authorized participation in a national opioid settlement with Kroger.

• Approved Ordinance 1662 adopting amendments to LMC 16.36 Neighborhood Commercial District
• Approved Resolution 1152 adopting the 2025 Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program Mitigation List
• Adopted Resolution 1153 approving the 2024 Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan (CEMP)
• Authorized City Manager to execute documents for the National Opioid Settlement with Kroger
• Reappointed Gary Larson to the Parks, Culture, and Recreation Board
• Approved wages, claims, and transfers for June 11, 2024, through July 5, 2024

LEOFF I Board

This agenda is primarily procedural boilerplate. The Lacey City LEOFF I Disability Board has scheduled a meeting to review disability claims and discuss a new land acknowledgment policy. Routine administrative steps include approving past meeting minutes and noting a board member term expiration. No final decisions are listed in the agenda text.

• Review of LEOFF 1 disability claims
• Discussion of a Land Acknowledgment Policy
• Approval of April 11, 2024 meeting minutes
• Board member term expiration notice for Bob Cecil
• Public comment session added to the agenda

The board approved the addition of an abbreviated land acknowledgement to the start of its meetings. The board also reviewed claims approved by the HR Liaison and confirmed member access to city email accounts.

• Approved amended agenda (unanimous)
• Approved April 11, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved adding abbreviated land acknowledgement to the beginning of board meetings (unanimous)

Human Services Workgroup

The Human Services Workgroup will review an introduction to a Human Services Needs Assessment. The meeting also includes an update regarding the Human Services Grant Program Workshop.

• Introduction to Human Services Needs Assessment
• Human Services Grant Program Workshop Update

The Human Services Workgroup approved its agenda and the June 13, 2024 minutes, then reviewed a draft Community Participation Plan and Needs Assessment Outline for a citywide human services gaps study. Staff updated the group on the Human Services Grant Program workshop held June 27, 2024, with applications open June 27 through July 26, 2024, and up to $300,000 available to eligible nonprofits. No funding decisions were made; the June 20 minutes were listed for approval but no motion on them is recorded.

• Adopted the agenda as presented (motion carried)
• Adopted the June 13, 2024 meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Reviewed draft Community Participation Plan and Needs Assessment Outline; no action recorded
• Received update on June 27, 2024 HSGP workshop; no action recorded

City Council

The City Council will hold a worksession to discuss several city initiatives. Topics include an Intercity Transit roundabout, updates to the 2024 Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan, and the Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Belonging Strategic Plan.

• Intercity Transit Roundabout at Martin Way & Meridian
• 2024 Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan Update
• Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Belonging (DEIB) Strategic Plan

The City Council held a worksession to review several strategic updates. No final actions were taken on the presented plans, which will return for future council action or further worksessions.

• Approved the agenda and consent agenda
• Directed staff to schedule a future worksession to finalize the DEIB Strategic Plan

Joint Animal Services Commission

The Joint Animal Services Commission will receive an update on a space needs assessment and appraisal process. The meeting also includes a report from Director Sarah Hock.

• Space Needs Assessment Update and Appraisal Process

The Joint Animal Services Commission approved its amended agenda, the May 13, 2024 meeting minutes, and May 2024 shelter statistics. Staff presented a Space Needs Assessment update covering completed data-gathering and site-analysis tasks, with a recommendation to move forward on a concept floor plan for one alternative site; the Commission discussed the alternative site, final concept plan, and cost model but no decision on it is recorded. The Director's Report covered private contributions, spay/neuter surgeries, staffing, shelter capacity, events, and Happy Tails reports.

• Approved amended agenda adding Item 5.A Space Needs Assessment Update and Appraisal Process (motion carried)
• Approved May 13, 2024 meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Approved May 2024 shelter statistics (motion carried)
• No decision recorded on Space Needs Assessment recommendation to pursue a concept floor plan for one alternative site

City Council

The City Council will receive a presentation on the 2025 Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program. The meeting also includes updates regarding the Parks Annual Report and the Parks Improvement Funding Workgroup recruitment.

• 2025 Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program Presentation
• Parks Annual Report
• Parks Improvement Funding Workgroup Recruitment Update

The City Council approved the minutes from June 11 and June 18, 2024, and authorized wages, claims, and transfers for the period of June 5 through June 21, 2024. The council also received reports on parks programming and the recruitment of a Parks Improvement Funding Workgroup.

• Approved June 11, 2024 minutes
• Approved June 18, 2024 minutes
• Approved wages, claims, and transfers for June 5 through June 21, 2024

City Council

The Lacey City Council is holding an internal retreat at the Thurston County Fairgrounds Expo Center to review current finances, set workplan priorities for 2025-2026, and clarify the roles of the legislative and executive branches. The agenda outlines scheduled workshops and group exercises rather than public votes or binding decisions.

• Budget presentation covering revenue opportunities, limitations, and forecasts
• Review of 2025-2026 workplan goals and city priorities
• Assessment of council work structure and clarification of branch roles
• Session on council meeting formats and agenda setting procedures

The Lacey City Council met in a day-long retreat on June 27, 2024, facilitated by Nancy Campbell, to confirm strategic direction and develop 2025-2026 priorities. Council and staff took part in workshops on vision, mission and values, workplan priorities, and a budget presentation by Finance Director Troy Woo. Two agenda items, council meeting and agenda settings and role review, were not discussed due to time limitations. The minutes record no substantive decisions, votes, or approvals.

• No formal decisions, votes, or approvals recorded; retreat was workshop-only
• Held workshop to re-envision City vision, mission and values, not updated since the 1990s
• Reviewed workplan priorities and listed 2025-2026 priorities by theme and department
• Received budget and financial forecast presentation from Finance Director Woo
• Council meeting and agenda settings item not discussed due to time limitations
• Role review item not discussed due to time limitations
• Retreat adjourned at 4:07 p.m.; minutes approved August 6, 2024

Planning Commission

The Lacey Planning Commission will review a draft Communications and Engagement Plan for the 2025 Comprehensive Plan Update. Planning Manager Ryan Andrews will present the draft for commission review. The remainder of the agenda covers routine procedural items, including approving the June 12 meeting minutes and opening public comment.

• Review of the draft Communications and Engagement Plan for the 2025 Comprehensive Plan Update
• Approval of the June 12, 2024 meeting minutes
• Public comment period for in-person and remote attendees
• Planning Commission schedule updates and next meeting date (July 24, 2024)

The Lacey Planning Commission approved its agenda and the minutes for the same meeting, then reviewed a draft Communications and Engagement Plan prepared for the 2025 Comprehensive Plan Update. No new business was taken up and no public comments were offered. Staff announced the July 10 meeting is cancelled and that outreach for the Comprehensive Plan Update begins in August; the next meeting is July 24, 2024. The commission also discussed Juneteenth and the newly painted fountain at City Hall, and one member volunteered for an ad hoc committee on Parks improvements.

• Approved the meeting agenda (all in favor)
• Approved the June 26 minutes (all in favor)
• Reviewed draft Communications and Engagement Plan for the 2025 Comprehensive Plan Update (no vote recorded)
• No new business taken up
• No public comments offered

Commission on Equity

The Commission on Equity will review a draft Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging strategic plan. The agenda includes an introduction to the new Equity and Inclusion Program Manager, a presentation from North Thurston Public Schools, and a community forum on all-abilities access. Commissioners will also share updates on the Juneteenth celebration and a parks improvement funding work group. No votes or binding decisions are scheduled for this meeting.

• Review of the draft Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging Strategic Plan
• Introduction of Veronica Hand as the new Equity and Inclusion Program Manager
• Community forum discussion on all-abilities access
• Update from North Thurston Public Schools Director of Equity and Languages
• Report on the Parks Improvement Funding Work Group

The Commission on Equity voted to recommend the Draft Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) Strategic Plan to the City Council for review and adoption. The meeting included updates on North Thurston Public Schools and feedback from the All Abilities Community Forum.

• Approved agenda, May 30, 2024 meeting minutes, and consent items
• Recommended Draft DEIB Strategic Plan be presented to City Council for review and adoption

Human Services Workgroup

The Human Services Workgroup will elect presiding officers and establish rules of procedure. The meeting also includes an overview of the Human Services Grant Program and an introduction to a Human Services Needs Assessment.

• Election of Presiding Officers
• Establishment of Rules of Procedure
• Human Services Grant Program Overview
• Human Services Needs Assessment Introduction

The Lacey Human Services Workgroup held its June 20, 2024 meeting, electing a Chair and Vice Chair and approving its draft Rules of Procedure. The workgroup also reviewed the Human Services Grant Program, approved an amendment to section 1.7 of its policies, and received an introduction to the Human Services Needs Assessment.

• Elected Brandon Stephens as Chair by unanimous consent
• Elected James Broman as Vice Chair by unanimous consent
• Approved the agenda (carried)
• Approved draft Rules of Procedure for the Human Services Workgroup (carried)
• Approved an amendment to section 1.7 of the Human Services Grant Program policies (carried)

City Council

The City Council will review several resolutions regarding public comment and advisory board policies. The meeting also includes discussions on a water supply agreement with Olympia and various public works project awards.

• Resolution 1150: Public Comment and Public Hearing Policies Update
• Resolution 1151: Advisory Board Handbook Updates
• Award: Marvin Road and Meridian Campus Production Wells - Phase 1 (PW 2022-27)
• Award: Pacific/Homann Roundabout Improvements & Sharrow Route Striping Project (PW 2024-12)
• Water Supply Agreement between the Cities of Lacey and Olympia for short-term wholesale water use

The City Council awarded a road improvement contract to Active Construction Inc. and authorized a short-term wholesale water agreement with the City of Olympia. The Council also voted to seek direct CDBG entitlement status from HUD for federal funding starting in 2025.

• Awarded $634,634 contract for Pacific/Homann Roundabout Improvements to Active Construction Inc.
• Authorized City Manager to execute Water Supply Agreement with the City of Olympia for 2024-2028
• Approved intent to proceed as a CDBG entitlement grantee and exit the Urban County CDBG program
• Appointed Whitney Godby as Lacey Representative to the CAR-PFD Board of Directors
• Approved May 28 and June 4, 2024 meeting minutes
• Approved wages, claims, and transfers for May 13 through June 7, 2024
• Tabled Resolution 1150 regarding Public Comment and Public Hearing Policies
• Tabled Resolution 1151 regarding Advisory Board Handbook Updates

Human Services Workgroup

The Human Services Workgroup is reviewing its internal operations and governance. Discussion items include advisory board stipends, public records laws, and draft workgroup rules of procedure.

• Advisory Board Stipend Program and City Email Addresses
• Open Meeting Law and Public Records training
• Draft Workgroup Rules of Procedure regarding conflict of interest, elections, and absences
• 2024 Draft Meeting Calendar

The workgroup approved the meeting agenda and completed mandatory training on Open Government, Public Records, and the Open Public Meetings Act. Members received overviews of the Advisory Board Stipend Program and draft workgroup policies. No substantive policy decisions were made.

• Approved agenda and consent agenda

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will conduct a public hearing regarding the proposed 2025 Six-Year Transportation Improvement Plan to make a recommendation to the City Council. Staff will also provide update briefings on middle housing legislative compliance and the city's climate and sustainability program.

• Public hearing: 2025 Six-Year Transportation Improvement Plan
• Update briefing: Middle housing analysis of the Comprehensive Plan
• Update briefing: City climate and sustainability program

The Lacey Planning Commission held a public hearing on the proposed 2025 Six-Year Transportation Improvement Plan and unanimously voted to recommend it to the City Council. The commission also received updates on middle housing compliance and the city's climate program, and discussed the conversion of Maple Court into permanent supportive housing. No new ordinances or zoning changes were decided during this meeting.

• Agenda approved (unanimous)
• May 22nd minutes approved (unanimous)
• Recommendation of 2025 Six-Year Transportation Improvement Plan to City Council approved (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will hold a worksession covering several departmental updates. Topics include an annual update from LOTT Clean Water Alliance, a discussion on neighborhood commercial topics, a review of the Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan, and a presentation regarding South Sound Senior Services.

• LOTT Clean Water Alliance Annual Update
• Neighborhood Commercial Discussion
• Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan Review
• South Sound Senior Services Campaign Against Loneliness and Isolation

The council approved the meeting agenda with one item postponed. The session consisted of presentations regarding wastewater utility services, neighborhood commercial district planning, and senior isolation.

• Approved agenda as amended to postpone Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan (carried)

Parks, Culture and Recreation Board

The Board will review several business items including updates on Greg Cuoio Park and the Young Child & Family Center. Discussion topics also include upcoming summer events and North Thurston Public Schools interlocal sub-agreements.

• Greg Cuoio Park update
• Young Child & Family Center update
• North Thurston Public Schools Interlocal Sub-Agreements
• Stream Team Nature Sleuth Program discussion
• Alcohol Use Permit vote requested

The board approved an alcohol use permit for the Lacey South Sound Chamber of Commerce and interlocal sub-agreements with North Thurston Public Schools for athletic fields. Staff provided updates on park projects, including trail map funding and playground grant applications. No public comments were received.

• Approved agenda as written
• Approved May 1, 2024 minutes
• Approved alcohol use permit for Lacey South Sound Chamber of Commerce
• Approved interlocal sub-agreements with North Thurston Public Schools for athletic fields

City Council

The City Council will review several legislative actions including land annexation and investment policy amendments. The meeting also includes reports on water quality and a water shortage response plan.

• Ordinance 1660: Cuoio Park Annexation
• Ordinance 1661: Eminent Domain
• Resolution 1148: Parks Improvement Funding Work Group
• Resolution 1149: Investment Policy Amendments
• North Thurston Public Schools Master Interlocal Agreement

The City Council approved the use of eminent domain to acquire property rights for the Well 7 Replacement Project. Other actions included annexing portions of Cuoio Park and establishing a Parks Improvement Funding Workgroup.

• Approved Ordinance 1661 authorizing eminent domain for Well 7 Replacement Project (5-1)
• Approved Ordinance 1660 to annex remaining unincorporated portions of Cuoio Park
• Adopted Resolution 1148 to establish a Parks Improvement Funding Workgroup
• Adopted Resolution 1149 amending the City's Investment Policy
• Authorized City Manager to sign Master Interlocal Agreement with North Thurston Public Schools
• Appointed 7 members to the Ad Hoc Human Services Workgroup
• Appointed Councilmembers Dunning, Vazquez, and Greenstein to a committee for the Parks Improvement Funding Workgroup
• Approved May 7 and May 14 minutes and wages, claims, and transfers for April 11 through May 24, 2024

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will meet to approve the agenda and minutes from May 6, 2024. The commission will also consider an appointment for the position of Chief Civil Service Examiner and Secretary.

• Appointment: Chief Civil Service Examiner and Secretary

The Commission appointed Human Resources Director Leialani Su’e to the role of Chief Civil Service Examiner and Secretary. This appointment is effective June 12, 2024, following the upcoming departure of Vennessa Medford.

• Approved appointment of Leialani Su’e as Chief Civil Service Examiner and Secretary (unanimous)
• Approved June 3, 2024 agenda (unanimous)
• Approved May 6, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Commission on Equity

The Commission on Equity will review a draft DEIB Strategic Plan and receive an overview of the School Resource Officer Program. The meeting also includes an introduction to Equity Index Maps and an update on the 43rd Juneteenth Celebration.

• School Resource Officer Program Overview
• Draft DEIB Strategic Plan: Status Overview, Part II and Draft Review
• Equity Index Maps Introduction
• 43rd Juneteenth Celebration Update

The Commission reviewed a draft Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) Strategic Plan and received an overview of the School Resource Officer (SRO) Program. Staff presented information on Equity Index maps and proposed future community forums for Hispanic/Latino and Asian and Pacific Islander residents.

• Approved May 6, 2024, meeting minutes and agenda

City Council

The City Council will hold a worksession regarding electric vehicle charging rates and an update on the 2024 budget. The session also includes a discussion about the Parks Improvement Advisory Task Force.

• EV Charging Rates discussion
• 2024 Budget Amendment Update
• Parks Improvement Advisory Task Force discussion

The City Council discussed electric vehicle charging rates and the framework for a Parks Improvement Funding Workgroup. No ordinances or resolutions were formally adopted during this worksession; items were moved toward future council action.

• Reached consensus to proceed with EV charging Option 3 and a 15-minute idle fee grace period
• Agreed to establish a three-member Council Committee to coordinate Parks Improvement Funding Workgroup interviews

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will receive a briefing on updates to the Critical Areas Ordinance required for the Comprehensive Plan Update. Staff will also provide an overview of the public engagement plan, including schedules and outreach strategies for the Comprehensive Plan Update.

• Critical Areas Ordinance Update
• Comprehensive Plan Outreach overview

The Lacey Planning Commission approved previous minutes and amended the agenda to reorder New Business items. Staff presented an overview of the public engagement plan for the Comprehensive Plan Update and an introductory briefing on the Critical Areas Ordinance update. No new ordinances or projects were voted on; the meeting focused on staff reports and upcoming planning steps.

• Approved minutes from April 10, 2024 (unanimous)
• Amended agenda to switch New Business items (unanimous)
• Reviewed Comprehensive Plan public engagement plan (no vote)
• Reviewed Critical Areas Ordinance update briefing (no vote)

City Council

This special meeting includes a work session covering community projects, school construction updates, and city transportation development. The board will also address several required policy approvals and contractual service agreements.

• Updated Policy 1400: Meeting Conduct, Order of Business and Quorum
• New Policy 6701: Recess and Physical Activity
• 2023-24 ASB Fund Contractual Service Agreements
• 2023-24 Capital Project Fund Contractual Service Agreements
• 2023-24 General Fund Contractual Service Agreements

Commission on Equity

The Commission on Equity is hosting a community forum focused on all abilities. The meeting includes a land acknowledgement and will be held at the Virgil Clarkson Senior Center.

• All Abilities - Community Forum

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will review several business items including a new museum funding strategy. The meeting also includes updates on the Utility Wrap Project and historic preservation.

• Utility Wrap Project Update
• New Museum and Cultural Center Funding Strategy Committee Update
• Water, Woods, and Prairies Book Memorandum of Understanding
• Historic Preservation Consultant Update

The Commission recommended specific artists and themes for the utility wrap art project. Staff provided updates on museum funding strategies and the selection of a historic preservation consultant.

• Recommended 'From Little Seeds Grow Mighty Trees' by Shekinah Lim for Gene Liddell utility wrap
• Recommended Arianna Seng landscape for Luther J. Wyckoff utility wrap
• Recommended adding contextual information about themes and artists to utility boxes
• Selected Drayton Archaeology as the consultant for preservation work on McKinney, Jacob Smith, and Long Lake houses
• Tabled review of Lacey Historical Society support letter for Popkes Subdivision to July agenda

City Council

The Lacey City Council will hold a worksession to review the 2024 first quarter financial report. The session also includes a joint meeting with the Lacey Youth Council and a discussion regarding the draft Neighborhood Commercial District Code.

• Lacey Youth Council Joint Meeting
• 2024 First Quarter Financial Report
• Draft Neighborhood Commercial District Code

The City Council held a worksession featuring reports from the Youth Council and a review of the 2024 First Quarter Financial Report. Council members discussed a draft Neighborhood Commercial District Code. No ordinances or contracts were voted on during this session.

• Approved the meeting agenda
• Directed staff to track LOTT separately as a fourth utility expense

Joint Animal Services Commission

The Commission will review a field services overview and an update regarding a space needs assessment. The meeting also includes a report from the Executive Director.

• Field Services Overview by Sierra Teas
• Space Needs Assessment update by Sarah Hock
• Executive Director Report

The commission approved the April 8 meeting minutes and April shelter statistics. Executive Director Sarah Hock reported that the current 8,000 square foot facility is not recommended for redevelopment due to site suitability and a need for expansion to 25,000 square feet.

• Approved April 8, 2024, Meeting Minutes
• Approved April 2024 Shelter Statistics
• Proposed cancellation of June commission meeting (no objections noted)

City Council

The Lacey City Council will review an ordinance regarding a budget amendment for the public safety sales tax. The agenda also includes discussions on opioid abatement settlement agreements and park project grant applications.

• Ordinance 1659: Budget Amendment - Public Safety Sales Tax
• Resolution No. 1146: William A. Bush Park Project Grant application
• Resolution No. 1147: Rainier Vista Park Project Grant application
• Opioid Abatement Settlement Agreement discussion
• Housing Displacement Study and Racially Disparate Impacts MOU

The Lacey City Council adopted Ordinance 1659, amending the 2024 budget to establish a new fund and budgeted amounts for the city's share of the Thurston County public safety sales tax. The council also adopted two resolutions authorizing staff to apply for state Recreation and Conservation Office grants for a playground replacement at William A. Bush Park and four additional pickleball courts at Rainier Vista Park. It approved a Memorandum of Understanding with Olympia, Tumwater and Yelm for a Housing Displacement and Racially Disparate Impacts Analysis, and authorized the City Manager to sign settlement participation documents with Johnson & Johnson. All recorded motions carried; no vote tallies were recorded in the minutes.

• Adopted Ordinance 1659 amending the 2024 budget to create a new fund for the city's share of the Thurston County public safety sales tax (motion carried)
• Adopted Resolution 1146 authorizing staff to apply for RCO funding for the William A. Bush Park playground project (motion carried)
• Adopted Resolution 1147 authorizing staff to apply for RCO funding for four additional pickleball courts at Rainier Vista Park (motion carried)
• Authorized the City Manager to execute the Johnson & Johnson opioid settlement participation form and related documents (motion carried)
• Approved a Memorandum of Understanding with Olympia, Tumwater and Yelm for a Housing Displacement and Racially Disparate Impacts Analysis (motion carried)
• Appointed Councilmember Greenstein to the Opioid Abatement Council (motion carried)
• Approved the amended agenda and consent agenda, including April 9, 16 and 23 minutes and April wages, claims and transfers (motion carried)
• Removed item 13.B WSAMA Award Recognition from the agenda; to be scheduled for a future date

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission is meeting to review the Command Staff Quarterly Report and personnel updates including new hires, promotions, and resignations. The commission will also take action on a proposed change to Civil Service Rules definitions.

• Action on Civil Service Rules definition change
• Command Staff Quarterly Report
• New hires, promotions, resignations, and recruitments
• Approval of February 5, 2024 meeting minutes

The Lacey Civil Service Commission unanimously approved an amendment to a definition in the civil service rules. The commission also reviewed quarterly staffing levels and recruitment status updates presented by the Chief of Police. No new hires, promotions, or resignations were formally approved during this meeting.

• Approved May 6, 2024 agenda (unanimous)
• Approved February 5, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to civil service rules definition (unanimous)

Commission on Equity

The Commission on Equity will review several business items including a status overview of the draft DEIB Strategic Plan. The meeting also includes discussions regarding the Community Liaison Program and a recommendation for the Utility Wrap Project Phase 1.

• Draft DEIB Strategic Plan Status Overview Part 1
• Utility Wrap Project Phase 1 Recommendation
• Community Liaison Program discussion
• Meeting with the Lacey Youth Council

The Commission approved the agenda and the March 25, 2024, meeting minutes. The remainder of the meeting consisted of presentations and reports regarding public comment policy, the DEIB Strategic Plan, and the Community Liaison Program.

• Approved agenda and March 25, 2024, meeting minutes

Parks, Culture and Recreation Board

The Board will review several departmental updates including program status and park developments. Items requiring a vote include the agenda, previous minutes, an alcohol use permit, and a school interlocal agreement.

• Alcohol Use Permit (Vote Requested)
• North Thurston Public Schools Master Interlocal Agreement (Vote Requested)
• Lacey Teen Late Night Program Update
• Enhancements Program Updates
• Greg Cuoio Park Update

The Parks, Culture and Recreation Board approved an alcohol use permit for the Change the Narrative Coalition, a Master Interlocal Agreement with North Thurston Public Schools, and the Enhancement Program recommendations as written. The board also approved its agenda and the March 6, 2024 minutes. Updates were given on teen late nights, Greg Cuoio Park, the Regional Athletic Complex Phase 3, and a parks funding strategy, with no other substantive decisions made.

• Approved alcohol use permit from Change the Narrative Coalition (motion carried)
• Approved Master Interlocal Agreement with North Thurston Public Schools (motion carried)
• Approved Enhancement Program recommendations as written (motion carried)
• Approved agenda as printed (motion carried)
• Approved March 6, 2024 minutes (motion carried)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will participate in a visioning session regarding the development of the 2025 Comprehensive Plan Update. The meeting also includes approval of the April 10, 2024 meeting minutes and department reports.

• Visioning session for the 2025 Comprehensive Plan Update
• Approval of April 10, 2024 meeting minutes

The Planning Commission participated in a visioning session for the 2025 Comprehensive Plan Update. The commission also received an update on tree recommendations for Neighborhood Commercial Zones.

• Approved April 10, 2024 meeting minutes
• Added tree recommendations for Neighborhood Commercial Zones to the agenda

City Council

The City Council will review the design concept and financing for Phase 3 of the Regional Athletic Complex. The session also includes discussion regarding the Parks Capital Improvement Program and the formation of a parks improvement funding work group.

• Regional Athletic Complex (RAC) Phase 3 Design Concept and Financing
• Parks Capital Improvement Program (PCIP)
• Formation of Parks Improvement Funding Work Group

The Lacey City Council held a worksession on April 23, 2024, with Mayor Andy Ryder excused. Staff presented options for expanding the Regional Athletic Complex (RAC) Phase 3, including baseball fields west of Marvin Road and upgrades to Soccer Fields 1 and 2, along with preliminary 2023 operating figures and Public Facilities District sales tax projections. Councilmembers gave general opinions via an electronic poll on whether to proceed with the recommended option, seek other revenue sources, and how to split Public Facilities District funds between capital and maintenance/operations. Staff also presented the Parks Capital Improvement Program and proposed forming a Parks Improvement Funding Work Group; no motions or final decisions were recorded on either item.

• Approved the agenda (motion carried)
• No final decision on RAC Phase 3 design or financing; council gave opinions via electronic poll
• No decision on forming a Parks Improvement Funding Work Group; staff outlined next steps
• Meeting adjourned at 8:02 p.m.

Library Board

The Lacey Library Board will review a library manager's update and the 2025 budget request. The board will also approve meeting minutes from January 24, 2024.

• 2025 Budget Request
• Library Manager's Update
• Approval of January 24, 2024 meeting minutes

The Lacey Library Board unanimously approved forwarding the 2025 budget request to the city, which includes a proposal for two small conference rooms. The board also approved previous meeting minutes with a minor typo correction. No other substantive decisions were made during the meeting.

• Approved 2025 budget request to city (unanimous)
• Approved January 24th minutes with typo correction
• Approved agenda as written

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will review several business items including the Lacey Depot Food Truck and Market. The agenda also includes discussions regarding a Selma Street request, historic preservation consultant updates, and Robert Chamberlain artwork.

• Lacey Depot Food Truck and Market discussion
• Ken Balsley Historian of the Year review
• Selma Street Request
• Historic Preservation Consultant Update
• Robert Chamberlain Artwork

The Commission selected Paul Webb for the Ken Balsley Historian of the Year award and approved the addition of Robert Chamberlain's artwork to the museum collection. The body also reviewed updates on the Lacey Depot pop-up market and historic preservation consultant estimates.

• Selected Paul Webb as the Ken Balsley Historian of the Year (Motion passed)
• Approved accepting Robert Chamberlain artwork into the museum's collection (Motion carried)
• Approved April 17, 2024 agenda (Motion carried)
• Approved March 20, 2024 meeting minutes (Motion carried)

City Council

The City Council will review a report regarding a contract award for S10 generator, well pump, and site improvements. The agenda also includes an update on advisory board stipends and an overview of the 2024 State Legislative Session.

• Contract Award: S10 Generator, Well Pump, and Site Improvements (PW2022-29)
• Advisory Board Stipend Update
• 2024 State Legislative Session Overview
• Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting Program

The Lacey City Council approved the consent agenda, including minutes from March 26 and April 2, 2024 and payment of wages, claims, and transfers for March 13 through April 5, 2024. The council awarded Contract PW2022-29 to McClure and Sons for $1,367,555.30 for the Source 10 Well generator, well pump, and site improvements. The council also received presentations on the city's financial reporting award, the 2024 state legislative session, and an advisory board demographic survey; no ordinances or resolutions were considered.

• Approved agenda and consent agenda, including March 26 and April 2, 2024 minutes and March 13–April 5, 2024 wages, claims, and transfers (motion carried)
• Awarded Contract PW2022-29 to McClure and Sons for $1,367,555.30 for S10 generator, well pump, and site improvements (motion carried)
• Proclaimed April 2024 as Child Abuse Prevention Month

LEOFF I Board

The LEOFF I Disability Board will review LEOFF 1 claims and discuss the WSLEA Conference scheduled for May 7-10, 2024. The agenda also includes addressing the upcoming term expiration for board member Bob Cecil.

• Review of LEOFF 1 claims
• WSLEA Conference (May 7-10, 2024)
• Upcoming term expiration for Board Member Bob Cecil

The LEOFF I Disability Board approved the meeting agenda and January 11 minutes unanimously. HR staff reported two small claims approved under their threshold and noted that Police Representative Cecil's term expires in May 2024. The board discussed but did not vote on implementing a land acknowledgement policy, deferring it to a future agenda.

• Agenda approved unanimously
• January 11, 2024 minutes approved unanimously
• HR Liaison reported $249.00 dental and $254.00 hearing aid claims approved under HR threshold
• Land acknowledgement policy deferred to next agenda for consideration
• No board members planned to attend WASLEA Conference (May 7-10)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will conduct a work session to review public hearing testimony and staff analysis regarding draft amendments to the Neighborhood Commercial zoning district (LMC 16.36). Following this review, the Commission is requested to make a formal recommendation to the City Council.

• Work session on draft Neighborhood Commercial zoning district amendments (LMC 16.36)

The Planning Commission approved its agenda and previous minutes. In the main business item, the Commission voted unanimously to recommend draft amendments to the Neighborhood Commercial Zoning District to the City Council, with specific direction to add language protecting existing trees. Staff also reported on recent development briefings and sales tax revenue options.

• Approved agenda and March 27 minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended Neighborhood Commercial Zoning amendments to City Council (unanimous)
• Directed staff to add language protecting existing trees to draft amendments

City Council

The City Council will hold a worksession covering financial strategies and departmental updates. Discussions include a budget amendment briefing regarding Proposition 1 and updates from Joint Animal Services and Community and Economic Development.

• Budget Amendment Briefing - Proposition 1 Financial Strategy
• Joint Animal Services Update
• City Council Purchasing Card Training
• Community and Economic Development Activity Update

The City Council received updates on Joint Animal Services facilities, a financial strategy for law enforcement tax proceeds, and city purchasing card changes. No substantive legislative decisions were made during this worksession other than the approval of the agenda.

• Approved the meeting agenda

Joint Animal Services Commission

The Joint Animal Services Commission oversees regional animal shelter operations for Olympia, Tumwater, Lacey, and Thurston County. At this meeting, members will review February and March 2024 shelter statistics, discuss a facility space needs assessment with potential budget amendments, and consider a professional services agreement with the Nisqually Indian Tribe. These items affect local animal welfare funding, veterinary program availability, and future shelter capacity for residents.

• Space Needs Assessment Update and Budget Amendment Discussion
• JAS Medical Programs review
• Nisqually Indian Tribe Professional Services Agreement consideration
• February and March 2024 shelter statistics approval
• April 2024 Director Report presentation

The Commission approved a $30,000 budget amendment for a space needs assessment project. It also authorized a professional services agreement with the Nisqually Indian Tribe for animal services.

• Approved $30,000 budget amendment for space needs assessment
• Authorized Professional Services Agreement with Nisqually Indian Tribe for $75,000 annual fee
• Approved February 12, 2024, meeting minutes
• Approved February and March 2024 shelter statistics

Lodging Tax Advisory Committee

The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee will review 2023 awards and discuss the 2024 planning update. The committee will also address the advisory board stipend program and email addresses.

• 2023 Award Review
• 2024 LTAC Planning Update
• Advisory Board Stipend Program discussion
• Approval of September 25, 2023 minutes

The committee approved the minutes from September 25, 2023, and adopted the City of Lacey's policy to read the Abbreviated Land Acknowledgment. Staff provided updates on 2023 awards, 2024 planning, and the Advisory Board Stipend Program.

• Approved September 25, 2023 meeting minutes
• Adopted reading of the Abbreviated Land Acknowledgment

City Council

The City Council will receive reports on climate and sustainability, a pop-up market contract update, and the 2023 year-end financial update. The meeting also includes proclamations for Arbor Day and Earth Day.

• Proclamation declaring April as Arbor Month
• Earth Day Proclamation
• Pop-up Market Contract Update
• 2023 Year-End Financial Update

The Lacey City Council approved its agenda and consent agenda, including the March 12 worksession minutes, March 19 meeting minutes, and wages, claims, and transfers for March 7 through March 22, 2024. The council issued proclamations for Arbor Month (April 2024) and Earth Day (April 20, 2024). Staff presented a 2023 year-end financial update noting general fund expenditures rose about $11.1 million over 2022 and total expense fund revenues rose nearly $2 million, along with climate and sustainability efforts and a Depot District pop-up market contract update. No resolutions or ordinances were considered.

• Approved agenda and consent agenda, including March 12 worksession minutes, March 19 meeting minutes, and March 7-22, 2024 wages, claims, and transfers (motion carried)
• Proclaimed April 2024 as Arbor Month
• Proclaimed April 20, 2024 as Earth Day

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will conduct a work session to review draft amendments to the Neighborhood Commercial zoning district (LMC 16.36). The commission will evaluate staff analysis and public hearing testimony to decide on further revisions or a recommendation to City Council.

• Work session regarding Neighborhood Commercial District amendments (LMC 16.36)

The Planning Commission held a work session to review public testimony and staff analysis regarding draft amendments to the Neighborhood Commercial Zoning District. The discussion was tabled until the April 10 meeting because the Commission did not complete the staff analysis.

• Approved March 13 minutes (unanimous)
• Tabled draft Neighborhood Commercial Zoning District amendments (LMC 16.36)

City Council

The Lacey City Council will hold a worksession to receive several departmental updates. The agenda includes reports on traffic calming, public works construction, and 2023 public safety.

• 66th Traffic Calming Update
• Public Works Construction Update
• 2023 Public Safety Update

The City Council held a worksession consisting of staff presentations. No substantive legislative decisions or policy changes were made during the meeting.

• Approved the agenda as published

Commission on Equity

The Commission on Equity will review several city program updates and a strategic plan workshop. Discussions include climate efforts, human services grants, and demographic data regarding advisory board stipends.

• Climate and Sustainability Efforts Update
• Human Services Grant Program Update
• Community Liaison Program update
• Advisory Board Stipend Program Demographic Data review
• Draft DEIB Strategic Plan Workshop: City Workforce Data Review

The Commission on Equity approved its agenda and previous minutes. Staff presented updates on climate efforts, human services grants, a draft community liaison policy, and demographic data for advisory boards and city workforce. No new policies were adopted or voted on during this meeting.

• Agenda and February 26 minutes approved (voice vote)
• No substantive policy decisions made

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will review a report regarding the New Museum and Cultural Center Funding Strategy Committee. The meeting also includes updates on the Stories of the South Sound project and recent acquisitions.

• New Museum and Cultural Center Funding Strategy Committee Report
• Ken Balsley Historian of the Year
• Stories of the South Sound Project Update
• Recent Acquisitions

The Commission recommended specific artists and themes for the utility wrap art project. Staff provided updates on museum funding strategies and the selection of a historic preservation consultant. A request for a support letter regarding the Popkes Subdivision was tabled until July.

• Recommended 'From Little Seeds Grow Mighty Trees' by Shekinah Lim for Gene Liddell wrap
• Recommended Arianna Seng landscape for Luther J. Wyckoff wrap
• Recommended adding contextual information about themes and artists to utility boxes
• Selected Drayton Archaeology as the consultant for historic preservation work on the McKinney, Jacob Smith, and Long Lake houses
• Tabled review of Lacey Historical Society support letter for Popkes Subdivision to July agenda

City Council

The City Council is considering several resolutions regarding community development fees, hazard mitigation, and human services grants. The City Manager will also provide updates on sewer and water improvement projects and public safety.

• Resolution 1143: Community & Economic Development Fee Schedule Update
• Resolution 1144: Thurston Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan Annex
• Resolution 1145: Human Services Grant Program
• ULID 25 - Tolmie Sewer and Water Improvements Project update
• Madrona and Westside pH Treatment Project update

The Lacey City Council approved two construction contracts: $2,142,831.78 to Rodarte Construction, Inc. for the ULID 25 Tolmie Sewer and Water Improvements Project, and $14,429,205.60 to Pacific Civil & Infrastructure for the Madrona and Westside pH Treatment Project. The council adopted Resolution 1144 (Thurston Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan Annex) and Resolution 1145 (establishing a Human Services Workgroup). Resolution 1143 on the Community & Economic Development fee schedule initially failed unanimously, then passed after an amendment removed line 9. The council also reappointed Kamber Good to the Parks, Culture and Recreation Board, with one abstention.

• Awarded Lacey Contract PW 2024-05 to Rodarte Construction, Inc. for $2,142,831.78 (ULID 25 Tolmie Sewer and Water Improvements) — motion carried
• Awarded Lacey Contract PW 2022-37 to Pacific Civil & Infrastructure for $14,429,205.60 (Madrona and Westside pH Treatment Project) — motion carried
• Adopted Resolution 1144 adopting the 4th Edition Hazards Mitigation Plan for the Thurston Region and Lacey's Annex — motion carried
• Adopted Resolution 1145 establishing a Human Services Workgroup — motion carried
• Resolution 1143 (Community & Economic Development fee schedule) as presented — unanimously failed
• Adopted Resolution 1143 amended to remove line 9 — motion carried
• Reappointed Kamber Good to Parks, Culture and Recreation Board for a second term — carried (Steadman abstained)
• Approved amended agenda and consent agenda items — motion carried

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will conduct a public hearing regarding proposed amendments to the Neighborhood Commercial zoning district (LMC 16.36). Following this hearing, the commission will schedule a work session for March 27th to analyze received testimony.

• Public hearing: Draft Neighborhood Commercial zoning district amendments (LMC 16.36)

The Planning Commission held a public hearing regarding draft Neighborhood Commercial zoning amendments. After hearing from seven community members, the commission decided to keep the hearing open for additional written comments.

• Approved agenda and February 28 minutes
• Decided to keep Public Hearing on Draft Neighborhood Commercial Amendments open until March 20 at 5PM

City Council

The City Council will hold a worksession regarding several city updates. Discussions include an update on emergency services, the Convention and Visitor Board Destination Master Plan, and the Human Services Grant Program.

• Emergency Services Update with Lacey Fire District 3 and Providence
• Convention and Visitor Board Destination Master Plan Update
• Human Services Grant Program Update

The City Council held a worksession featuring updates on emergency services and the Human Services Grant Program. Council members participated in a workshop to recommend local priorities for the Thurston County 10-Year Destination Master Plan.

• Approved the meeting agenda
• Recommended local priorities for Destination Plan: sporting events, outdoor recreation, Quiemuth Resort, family attractions, arts/entertainment/nightlife, and innovation/technology

Parks, Culture and Recreation Board

The Parks, Culture and Recreation Board will review several business items including the Lacey Midtown District Improvements and Huntamer Park. The meeting includes discussions on a Senior Services for South Sound agreement, an alcohol policy update, and a financial assistance program policy.

• Lacey Midtown District Improvements and Huntamer Park
• Senior Services for South Sound Agreement
• Alcohol Policy Update
• Financial Assistance Program Policy
• 2023 Annual Report

The Parks, Culture and Recreation Board approved an agreement with Senior Services for South Sound, updated the alcohol policy, and revised the Financial Assistance Program policy. The board also approved the 2023 Annual Report and a Parks Board message regarding the Comprehensive Plan and Cuoio Park design. Staff introduced two new hires and reported on ongoing park maintenance and construction projects.

• Approved agreement with Senior Services for South Sound
• Approved updated Alcohol Policy
• Approved updated Financial Assistance Program Policy
• Approved 2023 Annual Report
• Approved Parks Board message on Comprehensive Plan and Cuoio Park
• Approved agenda and January 3, 2024 minutes

City Council

The City Council will meet to consider a budget amendment regarding 2023 encumbrance carryover and an ordinance for the Draham Road annexation. The agenda also includes a communications plan update and various board and commission reports.

• Ordinance No. 1657: Budget Amendment, 2023 Encumbrance Carryover
• Ordinance No. 1658: Draham Road Annexation

The City Council adopted an ordinance to annex 42.14 acres containing nine residential units at Draham Road. Council also approved a budget amendment to carry over unspent 2023 appropriations into the 2024 budget.

• Approved Ordinance 1657 to amend the 2024 Budget for 2023 Encumbrance Carryover
• Approved Ordinance 1658 to annex 42.14 acres at Draham Road
• Approved agenda and consent agenda items
• Proclaimed March 2024 as American Red Cross Month

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will receive an introductory briefing regarding proposed code amendments for middle housing and accessory dwelling units. The commission will also review draft amendments to the Neighborhood Commercial zoning district. No official action is required during this meeting.

• Introductory briefing on Middle Housing and Accessory Dwuring Unit code amendments
• Review of draft Neighborhood Commercial zoning district (LMC 16.36) amendments
• Scheduled public hearing for Neighborhood Commercial amendments on March 13th

The Planning Commission received a briefing on required code amendments for middle housing and accessory dwelling units. Members also reviewed draft amendments for the Neighborhood Commercial zoning district.

• Approved meeting agenda
• Approved February 14, 2023 minutes

City Council

The City Council is holding a worksession to review several city programs and financial items. Discussion topics include the Lacey Neighborhood Grant Program, Comprehensive Plan visioning, and 2023 budget encumbrance carryovers.

• Lacey Neighborhood Grant Program Review
• Comprehensive Plan Visioning
• 2023 Budget Encumbrance Carryovers

The Lacey City Council held a worksession on February 27, 2024, with no substantive decisions recorded. Staff presented on the Lacey Neighborhood Grant Program, which has $73,342.43 available for 2024, and led a workshop on the 2025 Comprehensive Plan Update. The Finance Director presented on 2023 Budget Carryover Amendments, and the council discussed consistent communication on the future police station. The only vote was to approve the agenda; the meeting adjourned at 8:13 p.m.

• Approved the agenda (motion carried)

Commission on Equity

The Commission will hear presentations from the Thurston County Economic Development Council and the Lacey Chamber of Commerce. Staff will also provide updates on economic development, middle housing public engagement, and the DEIB Strategic Plan.

• Thurston County Economic Development Council presentation
• Lacey Chamber of Commerce presentation
• Economic Development Update
• Middle Housing Public Engagement discussion
• DEIB Strategic Plan update

The Commission received presentations on business support services from the Thurston County Economic Development Council and the Lacey Chamber of Commerce. Staff provided updates on city economic development priorities and middle housing engagement plans.

• Approved agenda and January 29, 2024, meeting minutes

Historical Commission

The commission will conduct a debrief of a joint worksession with the Parks, Culture and Recreation Director. The meeting also includes discussions regarding city email addresses, the Historian of the Year, and an updated meeting schedule.

• Joint Worksession Debrief with Parks, Culture and Recreation Director
• Discussion regarding City Email Addresses
• Historian of the Year discussion
• Updated Historical Commission Meeting Schedule

The Historical Commission approved its agenda and the minutes from the January 17, 2024 meeting. The session focused on administrative updates, including new City email addresses for commissioners and an updated meeting schedule for May 7, 2024. Reports were given on museum exhibits, historical society activities, and a youth commissioner appointment, but no new policies or projects were voted on.

• Agenda approved as printed (motion carried)
• January 17, 2024 meeting minutes approved (motion carried)
• Meeting adjourned at 6:49 p.m. (motion carried)

City Council

The City Council will review Ordinance 1656 concerning LMC 9.32.020 Criminal Impersonation. The agenda also includes the approval of a Commission of Equity Work Plan and various council assignments.

• Ordinance 1656: LMC 9.32.020 Criminal Impersonation
• Approval of Commission of Equity Work Plan
• Youth Council Appointment to Historical Commission: Rory Line
• Advisory Board Appointment: Chad Carpenter, LTAC

The City Council approved the consent agenda, including wages, claims, and transfers. Mayor Ryder appointed Chad Carpenter to the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee. Staff presented a draft ordinance regarding criminal impersonation and provided a state legislative update.

• Approved consent agenda including wages, claims, and transfers (carried)
• Approved Commission of Equity Work Plan (carried)
• Approved Youth Council appointment of Rory Line to Historical Commission (carried)
• Approved updated Council Assignments (carried)
• Appointed Chad Carpenter to the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee (carried)

Planning Commission

The commission will continue reviewing draft amendments to the Neighborhood Commercial zoning district (LMC 16.36). Staff will also present findings from an audit of solar facility permitting codes. Additionally, the commission will discuss takeaways from a recent joint meeting with City Council.

• Review of Neighborhood Commercial zoning district amendments
• Presentation of Sol Smart code audit findings for solar facility permitting
• Debrief of the January 23 joint meeting with City Council
• Public hearing for zoning amendments scheduled for March 13

The Planning Commission approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from January 10th. The commission reviewed a solar facility permitting audit and used a poll to finalize draft amendments for the Neighborhood Commercial Zoning District.

• Approved meeting agenda and January 10th meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The Lacey City Council worksession includes an update on the Well Source 7 property acquisition. Staff will also discuss the Commission on Equity Work Plan, the 4th Quarter Investment Report, and state legislative updates.

• Property Acquisition Update: Well Source 7
• Commission on Equity Work Plan
• 4th Quarter Investment Report
• State Legislative Update

The City Council held a worksession to review the Commission on Equity's 2024 work plan and the fourth quarter investment report. Staff provided an update on the acquisition of properties for a replacement water well (Well Source 7). No substantive votes were taken on these items.

• Approved amended agenda to postpone state legislative update (Item 5d)

City Council

The Lacey City Council will review recent meeting minutes and approve wages, claims, and transfers. The agenda includes a Black History Month proclamation and reports from various regional boards. The City Manager will also present an interlocal agreement regarding climate mitigation initiatives.

• Black History Month Proclamation
• Hearing Examiner Appointment
• Library Board Reappointment of Pamela Nelson
• Interlocal Agreement for Thurston Climate Mitigation Collaborative Regional Initiatives

The City Council authorized an interlocal agreement for regional climate mitigation initiatives and appointed Phil Holbrooks as the Hearing Examiner. The council also reappointed Pamela Nelson to the Library Board and proclaimed February 2024 as Black History Month.

• Authorized professional services agreement for Hearing Examiner Services with Phil Holbrooks (Motion carried)
• Reappointed Pamela Nelson to a second term on the Library Board (Motion carried)
• Authorized Interlocal Agreement with Thurston County, Olympia, and Tumwater for 2024 Climate Mitigation Collaborative Regional Initiatives (6-1)
• Approved agenda and consent agenda items, including wages, claims, and transfers (Motion carried)
• Proclaimed February 2024 as Black History Month

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will discuss an amendment to civil service rules and receive a quarterly report from command staff. The agenda also includes updates regarding advisory board members.

• Civil Service Rule Amendment
• Command Staff Quarterly Report
• Advisory Board Member Updates

The Lacey Civil Service Commission met on February 5, 2024, and unanimously approved its agenda and the minutes of its November 6, 2023 meeting. The commission received a quarterly staffing and recruitment update from Chief of Police Robert Almada, was given a copy of a proposed amendment to a civil service rule definition to be considered at its next meeting, and heard city-wide advisory board updates. No substantive decisions beyond the agenda and minutes approvals were recorded; the meeting adjourned at 12:40 pm.

• Approved the February 5, 2024 agenda as published (unanimous)
• Approved the November 6, 2023 meeting minutes as published (unanimous)
• Received quarterly staffing, vacancy, and hiring demographic update from Chief Almada (no action)
• Received a proposed civil service rule definition amendment for consideration at the next meeting (no adoption)
• Heard city-wide advisory board updates from City Clerk Fontaine and Special Projects Administrator Adams (no action)

Commission on Equity

The Commission on Equity will review elements of the DEIB Strategic Plan and discuss the Advisory Board Stipend Program and Demographic Survey. The meeting also includes presentations from the Thurston Economic Development Council and a State Business presentation.

• Thurston Economic Development Council presentation
• State Business presentation
• Advisory Board Stipend Program and Demographic Survey discussion
• DEIB Strategic Plan Workshop: Document Element Review, Part III

The Commission on Equity met on January 29, 2024, and approved an amended agenda that removed item 7A, the previous meeting minutes, and consent items. The rest of the meeting was informational: presentations on state equity spending, the Advisory Board Stipend Program and demographic survey, and a workshop on draft DEIB Strategic Plan elements. No substantive motions, votes, or policy decisions were recorded beyond the agenda approval.

• Approved amended agenda removing item 7A, previous meeting minutes, and consent items (motion carried)

Library Board

The Lacey Library Board will meet on January 24, 2024, at City Hall and online. The board is scheduled to approve November minutes, discuss city email addresses and an advisory board stipend program, elect 2024 officers, and receive updates from the library manager. The agenda consists primarily of standard administrative and governance items.

• Election of 2024 Library Board Officers
• Discussion on City Email Addresses and Advisory Board Stipend Program
• Review and approval of November 29, 2023 meeting minutes
• Library Manager updates from Holly Paxon

City Council

The City Council is conducting a work session to review upcoming work plans from several boards and commissions. These include the Planning Commission, the Parks, Culture and Recreation Board, and the Historical Commission.

• Planning Commission Work Plan
• Parks, Culture and Recreation Board Work Plan
• Historical Commission Work Plan

The City Council approved the 2024 work plans for the Planning Commission, the Parks, Culture and Recreation Board, and the Historical Commission. The council also held an executive session where no action was taken.

• Approved 2024 Planning Commission Work Plan
• Approved 2024 Parks, Culture and Recreation Board Work Plan
• Approved 2024 Historical Commission Work Plan

Historical Commission

The commission will discuss the historical street sign policy and provide an update on a joint worksession with City Council. Members will also vote on recent acquisitions and the 2023 work plan. The agenda includes updates regarding city email addresses and the advisory board stipend program.

• Historical Street Sign Policy (Vote requested)
• Recent Acquisitions (Vote requested)
• 2023 Work Plan and Accomplishments (Vote requested)
• City Email Addresses and Advisory Board Stipend Program
• 2024 Historical Commission Meeting Schedule

The Commission approved its 2023 accomplishments and work plan update and accepted recent museum acquisitions. Staff acknowledged a request from the Lacey Historical Society to recognize the Popkes Subdivision and Selma Street.

• Approved amended agenda (carried)
• Approved November 15, 2023 meeting minutes (carried)
• Accepted recent museum acquisitions (carried)
• Approved 2023 accomplishments and work plan update (carried)
• Established alphabetical surname rotation for land acknowledgment readings

City Council

The City Council will consider an amendment to the Capital Facilities Plan via Ordinance No. 1655. The meeting also includes a report on the Carpenter Road and Britton Parkway Roundabout.

• Ordinance No. 1655: Capital Facilities Plan Amendment
• Carpenter Road and Britton Parkway Roundabout report

The City Council awarded a contract for a new roundabout at Carpenter Road and Britton Parkway. Council also adopted the 2023-2042 Capital Facilities Plan and Government Facilities Master Plan.

• Awarded $2,230,230.00 contract to Active Construction Inc. for Carpenter Road and Britton Parkway roundabout
• Adopted Ordinance 1655 for the 2023-2042 Capital Facilities Plan and Government Facilities Master Plan
• Approved January 2, 2024 meeting minutes
• Approved wages, claims and transfers for Dec 12, 2023 through Jan 5, 2024
• Approved 2024-2026 Council Intergovernmental Board Assignments
• Proclaimed February 2024 as Lacey Loves to Read Month

Lacey Youth Council

The LEOFF I Disability Board will review and approve LEOFF 1 claims. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding city email addresses and the Advisory Board Stipend Program.

• Review/Approval of LEOFF 1 Claims
• Discussion of City Email Addresses and Advisory Board Stipend Program
• Approval of October 12, 2023 meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review draft amendments to the Neighborhood Commercial zoning district (LMC 16.36). Members will also review the draft 2024-2025 Work Program ahead of a joint meeting with City Council and receive a briefing on an advisory board stipend program and demographic survey.

• Review of draft Neighborhood Commercial zoning district amendments (LMC 16.36)
• Review of the draft 2024-2025 Planning Commission Work Program
• Briefing on the advisory board stipend program and demographic survey
• Nomination and election of 2024 Commission officers

The Planning Commission elected its Chair and Vice-Chair for 2024. Members reviewed the draft 2024-2025 Work Program and received briefings on a stipend program and demographic survey. Discussion on Neighborhood Commercial Zoning District amendments was tabled.

• Approved meeting agenda
• Approved December 5th minutes
• Elected Jeff Gadman as Chair
• Elected Daphne Retzlaff as Vice-Chair
• Tabled discussion on Neighborhood Commercial Zoning District amendments regarding gas station pump limits

City Council

The Lacey City Council will hold a worksession to discuss several city updates. This includes reviewing the annual State of the Streets Report and proposed changes to county-wide planning policies. The council will also receive an update on neighborhood commercial areas.

• Proposed Amendments to the County-Wide Planning Policies
• Annual State of the Streets Report
• Neighborhood Commercial Update
• Electronic Voting Implementation

The City Council held a worksession to receive staff presentations on street conditions, county-wide planning policies, and neighborhood commercial districts. No legislative actions were taken other than the approval of the meeting agenda.

• Approved the meeting agenda

Parks, Culture and Recreation Board

The Parks, Culture and Recreation Board will discuss the Volunteer Program Handbook and provide an update on the Wonderwood Park Little Library. The board is also scheduled to vote on a disc golf agreement for Woodland Creek Park.

• Vote on Woodland Creek Park Disc Golf Agreement
• Wonderwood Park Little Library update from Girl Scout Troop 45298
• Review of Volunteer Program Handbook
• Discussion regarding City Email Addresses and Advisory Board Stipend Program

The Board approved a contract with the South Puget Sound Disc Golf Association to build and maintain a course in exchange for hosting three annual tournaments. Members also received updates on the Volunteer Program Handbook and new advisory board administrative tools.

• Approved South Puget Sound Disc Golf Association Agreement (Motion carried)
• Approved agenda as written (Motion carried)
• Approved December 6, 2023 minutes as written (Motion carried)

City Council

The City Council will administer oaths of office to new members and elect a Mayor and Deputy Mayor. The agenda also includes an advisory board appointment recommendation for the Parks, Culture and Recreation Board.

• Oath of Office for Malcolm Miller, Lenny Greenstein, and Nicolas Dunning
• Election of Mayor and Deputy Mayor
• Advisory Board Appointment Recommendation: Laurie Davies for Parks, Culture and Recreation Board
• Approval of wages, claims and transfers for December 12, 2023, through December 22, 2023

The City Council elected Andy Ryder as Mayor and Malcolm Miller as Deputy Mayor. The council also approved the consent agenda and appointed one member to the Parks, Culture and Recreation Board.

• Elected Andy Ryder as Mayor by unanimous consent
• Appointed Malcolm Miller as Deputy Mayor (Motion Carried)
• Approved December 21, 2023 meeting minutes and wages, claims, and transfers (Motion Carried)
• Proclaimed January 15, 2024, as Martin Luther King Jr. Day
• Proclaimed January 13, 2024, as Korean-American Day
• Appointed Laurie Davies to a first term on the Parks, Culture and Recreation Board (Motion Carried)