Olympia public meetings in 2023
108 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Site Plan Review Committee
The committee will hold a presubmission conference regarding the Thurston County Infrastructure Upgrade at 2000 Lakeridge Dr SW. No project reviews are scheduled for this meeting.
- Presubmission conference for Thurston County Infrastructure Upgrade (23-1077) at 2000 Lakeridge Dr SW
City Council
The City Council will meet to consider several ordinances, including the 2024-2029 financial plan and updates to utility rates and impact fees. The agenda also includes a bid award for park renovations and a resolution regarding federal grant funding for Fones Road.
- Bid award for LBA Park Field 2 Renovations Project
- Resolution authorizing Federal Highway Administration grant funding for Fones Road Project construction
- Ordinance to restrict Transportation Benefit District sales and use tax revenues to active transportation projects
- Ordinance imposing a 0.1% Transportation Benefit District sales and use tax
- Ordinance amending the Multi-Family Tax Exemption Program
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Council
The Olympia City Council will hold a special meeting on December 19, 2023, at Equal Latin Restaurant to recognize outgoing Mayor Cheryl Selby. This formal acknowledgment marks the conclusion of her term, which affects who will preside over future council sessions and represent the city publicly. The agenda contains only this single business item alongside standard roll call and adjournment procedures.
- Recognition of outgoing Mayor Cheryl Selby
Social Justice & Equity Commission
The Social Justice & Equity Commission subcommittee will meet to discuss draft recommendations regarding community oversight of law enforcement. The agenda also includes the approval of minutes from the November 20, 2023, subcommittee meeting.
- Discussion of community oversight of law enforcement draft recommendations (23-1098)
- Approval of November 20, 2023, subcommittee meeting minutes
Design Review Board
The Design Review Board will conduct a project review for the Nisqually Healing Center. The meeting includes a review of staff reports, design checklists, and plan sets.
- Project Review: Nisqually Healing Center (Case 23-1068, 23-6310)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Arts Commission
The Arts Commission will review a candidate short-list for the Grass Lake Nature Park Public Art Project. The meeting also includes a recap of the Artist in Residence Pilot Project at Drexel House and feedback on the 2024 Arts Walk cover art.
- Review of Grass Lake Nature Park Public Art Project candidate short-list
- Recap of Artist in Residence Pilot Project at Drexel House
- Review of Creative Vitality Index 2022 Snapshot
- Feedback on Arts Walk 2024 Cover Art
Site Plan Review Committee
The committee will conduct a presubmission conference regarding the Boulevard Park project located at 3437 Boulevard Rd SE. No other projects are scheduled for review during this meeting.
- Presubmission conference for Boulevard Park, 3437 Boulevard Rd SE
City Council
The City Council will review several ordinances regarding the 2024 operating budget, utility rates, and permit fees. The agenda also includes resolutions for special tax valuations at heritage sites and agreements related to Plum Street Village and Quince Street Tiny Home Village.
- Resolution calling for a ceasefire in Israel and Occupied Palestine
- Special Tax Valuation for 425 Rogers Street NW
- Special Tax Valuation for 115 State Avenue NE
- Lease and funding agreements with Valeo Vocations for Plum Street Village
- Interlocal Agreement with Thurston County for Quince Street Tiny Home Village operations
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Hearing Examiner
The Hearing Examiner will conduct a public hearing regarding Case 23-2792. The session involves reviewing proposed text amendments to the Evergreen Park PUD use and development standards.
- Public hearing for Evergreen Park PUD text amendment (Case 23-2792)
LEOFF I Disability Board
The LEOFF I Disability Board will meet to approve the minutes from the October 9, 2023 meeting. The board is also scheduled to discuss draft updates for 2024 police and fire policies.
- Approval of October 9, 2023 LEOFF Board Minutes
- Review of 2024 L1 Police Policies Draft
- Review of 2024 L1 FIRE Policies Draft
Planning Commission
This agenda outlines only standard procedures for a special Planning Commission meeting. The sole business item notes a potential quorum to attend a farewell social gathering at Cynara Restaurant & Lounge on December 8, 2023. No rezoning, contracts, ordinances, or policy votes are scheduled.
- Procedural call to order and roll call
- Public comment guidelines with campaign restriction notices
- Item 23-1081 notes a potential quorum for a farewell social at Cynara Restaurant & Lounge
Utility Advisory Committee
The Utility Advisory Committee is holding a work session to review proposed updates to the Storm and Surface Water Utility Goals and Policies. This discussion is part of the broader City of Olympia Comprehensive Plan Update.
- Comprehensive Plan Update: Utilities Chapter
- Review of Storm and Surface Water Utility Goals and Policies
Cultural Access Program Advisory Board
The board will meet to approve the minutes from the October 5, 2023, meeting. There are no business items listed on the agenda for this session.
- Approval of October 5, 2023 Cultural Access Advisory Board Meeting Minutes
Utility Advisory Committee
The committee will receive a 2023 recycling program update from Waste ReSources. Members will also review the draft 2024-2025 work plan and elect committee officers.
- Waste ReSources 2023 Recycling Program Update
- Review of Draft 2024-2025 UAC Work Plan
- Election of UAC Officers
PBIA Advisory Board
The PBIA Advisory Board will review a report regarding mural installation and repair. The meeting also includes discussion of the 2024 Flower Basket Program.
- Mural Installation and Repair Report Out (23-1065)
- 2024 Flower Basket Program (23-1066)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Site Plan Review Committee
The Site Plan Review Committee will conduct a presubmission conference regarding a residential development at Taylor Cooper Pt Rd. No other project reviews are scheduled for this meeting.
- Presubmission conference: 23-1045 Taylor Cooper Pt Rd Residential (Parcel # 60101000700)
Heritage Commission
The Heritage Commission will conduct an election of officers and a review of the commission's bylaws. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the September 27, 2023, meeting.
- Election of Officers (23-1051)
- Review of Olympia Heritage Commission Bylaws (23-1046)
- Approval of September 27, 2023, meeting minutes
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing on the 2023 Engineering Design and Development Standards Update. The agenda also includes approvals for the 2024 Federal and Legislative Agendas. Additionally, the council will consider a resolution regarding the annexation of the Southeast Urban Growth Area.
- Public hearing on 2023 Engineering Design and Development Standards Update
- Approval of Draft 2024 Federal Agenda
- Approval of Draft 2024 Legislative Agenda
- Resolution authorizing negotiations for Southeast Urban Growth Area annexation
- Ordinance amending OMC 9.16.180 regarding pedestrian interference
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will receive a briefing regarding a requested code amendment for drive-throughs in mixed-use developments along downtown entry corridors, including portions of Plum Street. The meeting also includes a presentation on Form-Based Codes.
- Briefing on 23-1039: Drive-Throughs in Mixed Use Developments Along Downtown Entry Corridors (via portions of Plum Street)
- Presentation on 23-1008: Form-Based Codes
Social Justice & Equity Commission
The Social Justice & Equity Commission will review updates regarding the Community Oversight of Law Enforcement Process and the City of Olympia Workforce Equity Assessment. The meeting also includes a discussion on fostering connection and belonging through community engagement.
- Update on the Community Oversight of Law Enforcement Process (23-1047)
- City of Olympia Workforce Equity Assessment Update (23-1030)
- Fostering Connection & Belonging Community Engagement (23-1048)
- Approval of October 23, 2023 meeting minutes
Sea Level Rise Response Collaborative-Executive Committee
The committee will review the 2023 Sea Level Rise Collaborative Workplan and the 2024 meeting schedule. The agenda also includes approval of the September 1, 2023, meeting minutes.
- Update on 2023 Sea Level Rise Collaborative Workplan
- Update on 2024 Sea Level Rise Collaborative Meeting Schedule
- Approval of September 1, 2023, meeting minutes
Design Review Board
The Design Review Board will review a case regarding the building at 2309 Harrison Avenue NW. The discussion includes staff analysis and design review checklists for the site, elevations, and floor plans.
- Design review for 2309 Harrison Avenue NW
City Council
The City Council will review ordinances for a new rental housing registry and inspection program, as well as 2024 ad valorem tax rates. The agenda also includes discussions regarding the 2024 preliminary budget changes and the recruitment process for a vacant council position.
- Ordinance establishing Rental Housing Registry and Inspection Program
- 2024 Regular and Excess Ad Valorem Tax ordinances
- Interlocal agreements for fire protection services
- Discussion on recruitment process for vacant Council position
- 2024 preliminary budget final changes
🗳️ How they voted (10 roll-call votes)
Metropolitan Park District Board
The Metropolitan Park District Board is meeting to approve the 2024 budget and a resolution setting the 2024 ad valorem tax. The board will also review minutes from the October 24, 2023, meeting.
- Approval of the 2024 OMPD Budget (Resolution 23-1018)
- Setting the 2024 OMPD ad valorem tax (Resolution 23-1019)
- Approval of October 24, 2023 meeting minutes (23-1020)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Civil Service Commission
The Civil Service Commission will review proposed changes to the Police Lieutenant job classification. The commission will also consider extending the promotional register for Fire Lieutenants.
- Changes to Police Lieutenant Job Classification
- Extend Promotional Fire Lieutenant Register
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will review a briefing regarding the Parks, Arts and Recreation chapter update for the Olympia 2045 Comprehensive Plan. The meeting includes a review of survey responses and a draft update.
- Comprehensive Plan Parks, Arts and Recreation Chapter Update briefing
Social Justice & Equity Commission
The commission will hold a special subcommittee meeting to discuss community oversight of law enforcement. The agenda also includes the approval of minutes from the October 16, 2023, meeting.
- Discussion of Community Oversight of Law Enforcement
Land Use & Environment Committee
The Land Use & Environment Committee will receive a briefing on urban forestry and tree canopy. The meeting also includes an update on sea level rise plan implementation and the 2024 Community Planning and Development work program.
- Urban Forestry and Tree Canopy Briefing
- Sea Level Rise Plan Implementation Update
- 2024 Community Planning and Development Planning Work Program
Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee
The committee will receive a briefing regarding the Capital Mall Triangle Subarea Plan and its Environmental Impact Statement. The agenda also includes reviewing new member applications and conducting officer elections.
- Capital Mall Triangle Subarea Plan and Environmental Impact Statement briefing
- New member application review process
- Officer elections
- Approval of September 20, 2023 meeting minutes
Site Plan Review Committee
The Site Plan Review Committee will conduct a presubmission conference regarding the Forest Funeral Home project. The meeting includes a review of a preliminary site plan and narrative description for the property located at 2501 Pacific Ave SE.
- Presubmission conference: Forest Funeral Home, 2501 Pacific Ave SE
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee will review a recommendation regarding the Tax Equity Initiative. Members will also discuss updates to the 2024 proposed budget and items from the committee work plan.
- Tax Equity Initiative Recommendation (23-0991)
- 2024 Proposed Budget Update (23-0992)
- 2024 Finance Committee Work Plan Items Discussion (23-0993)
City Council
The City Council will consider several ordinances regarding 2024 taxes and a rental housing registry. Public hearings are scheduled for the 2024 proposed operating budget and multi-family tax exemptions.
- Public hearing on the 2024 Proposed Operating Budget
- Public hearing on additional residential areas for Multi-Family Tax Exemption
- Public hearing on the 2022 Community Development Block Grant Annual Report
- Ordinance setting 2024 Excess Ad Valorem Tax
- Ordinance setting 2024 Regular Ad Valorem Tax
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council meeting includes an executive session to discuss a real estate matter. This session is being held pursuant to RCW 42.30.110(1)(b) and RCW 42.30.110(1)(c).
- Executive Session 23-0997 regarding a Real Estate Matter
Design Review Board
The Design Review Board will review the design for the Lansdale Pointe Apartments project located at 911 Burr Rd SE. The meeting includes a review of architectural and site plans.
- Design review for Lansdale Pointe Apartments, 911 Burr Rd SE
Arts Commission
The commission will vote on the 2024 slate of officers and the 2024 Arts Walk cover artists. An update regarding the Armory is also scheduled for discussion.
- Approval of 2024 Arts Walk Cover Artists (23-0908)
- Armory Update (23-0907)
- Approval of 2024 Slate of Officers (23-0918)
Site Plan Review Committee
The Site Plan Review Committee will conduct a presubmission conference regarding the “Bus Stop” Old Grey Hound Station project. No other project reviews are scheduled for this meeting.
- Presubmission conference for case 23-0950, “Bus Stop” Old Grey Hound Station at 107 7th Ave SE
City Council
The City Council will consider an interlocal agreement to support a permanent supportive housing project at Franz Anderson Road. The agenda also includes a subatrea update for the Capital Mall Triangle and consideration of transportation revenue for capital projects.
- Interlocal agreement for permanent supportive housing at Franz Anderson Road
- Capital Mall Triangle Subarea public outreach summary update
- Consideration of transportation revenue for capital projects
- Approval of October 30, 2023, meeting minutes
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Utility Advisory Committee
The Utility Advisory Committee is scheduled for a site visit. Members may attend a tour of the Pioneer Recycling Facility in Tacoma, WA.
- Tour of Pioneer Recycling Facility in Tacoma, WA
Heritage Commission
The Heritage Commission is meeting to consider a recommendation regarding the Chaplin House. The commission will review an application for a Special Property Tax Valuation for the property located at 425 Rogers Street NW.
- Recommendation for the approval of the Special Property Tax Valuation application for the Chaplin House at 425 Rogers Street NW
Utility Advisory Committee
The Utility Advisory Committee is conducting a work session regarding the Comprehensive Plan Update for the Utilities Chapter. The meeting includes discussions on wastewater utility goals, financial policies, and climate mitigation responses.
- Comprehensive Plan Update: Wastewater Utility Goals and Policies
- Comprehensive Plan Update: General Financial Goals and Policies
- Climate Mitigation and Sea Level Rise Response Update
- Habitat Stewardship Program Overview
- Cell Antenna Equipment/Leases on Water Tanks briefing
PBIA Advisory Board
The PBIA Advisory Board will review updates regarding the Makers Market contract and City Waste Management. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from October 2023 meetings.
- Update on Makers Market contract (23-0966)
- Update on City Waste Management (23-0967)
- Approval of October 4, 2023 meeting minutes
- Approval of October 11, 2023 meeting minutes
- Round table discussion (23-0971)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Site Plan Review Committee
The committee will conduct a presubmission conference regarding projects at Henderson Park. The agenda includes review of Henderson Park Lot 4 and project 23-6107.
- Presubmission conference for Henderson Park Lot 4, 2102 Henderson Park Ln SE
- Project 23-6107 presubmission details
City Council
The City Council will hold public hearings regarding the 2024 Ad Valorem Tax and the Draft 2021-2026 Water System Plan. The council will also consider right-of-way use agreements for Olympia Coffee Roasting Co. and Well 80 Real Estate, LLC. Additionally, a preliminary briefing on the 2024 budget is scheduled.
- Public hearing on the 2024 Ad Valorem Tax
- Public hearing for the Draft 2021-2026 Water System Plan
- Right-of-way use agreements with Olympia Coffee Roasting Co. and Well 80 Real Estate, LLC
- Ordinance amending residential parking code
- 2024 Preliminary Budget Briefing
🗳️ How they voted (10 roll-call votes)
Heritage Commission
The Heritage Commission will conduct a design review for proposed new construction located in the South Capitol Neighborhood Historic District. The business item includes an analysis by the Historic Preservation Officer and reviews of architectural plans.
- Design Review 23-0949: New construction at 119 17th Avenue SW
- Heritage Review Committee Site Visit at 119 17th Ave SW
Design Review Board
The Design Review Board is holding a work session to discuss board membership recruitment for two open positions. The meeting also includes discussion regarding awards of merit and general code application processes.
- Recruitment for two open board positions
- Awards of Merit
- Discussion on process and code application
Land Use & Environment Committee
The Land Use & Environment Committee will review updates to the Capital Mall Triangle Subarea Plan. The meeting also includes briefings on zoning changes for housing and an affordable homeownership study.
- Capital Mall Triangle Subarea Plan Update
- Zoning Changes to Address Housing Briefing
- Affordable Homeownership Study Briefing
Heritage Commission
The Heritage Commission will consider a recommendation regarding a Special Property Tax Valuation application for the Chaplin House at 425 Rogers Street NW. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from September and October 2023.
- Recommendation for Special Property Tax Valuation for the Chaplin House at 425 Rogers Street NW
- Approval of September 27 and October 14, 2023, meeting minutes
Community Livability and Public Safety Committee
The committee will review the status of the 2023 Reimagining Public Safety report and receive a Creative District update. The meeting also includes discussions on supplier diversity efforts and advisory committee recruitment. Members will also discuss draft agenda topics for 2024.
- 2023 Reimagining Public Safety Status Report Briefing
- Creative District Update
- Supplier Diversity Efforts Update
- Advisory Committee Recruitment Process Update
- Draft 2024 committee agenda topics discussion
City Council
The City Council will consider several resolutions regarding grant applications for housing projects. The meeting also includes a public hearing on affordable homeownership funding and a discussion on amending the municipal code regarding residential parking.
- Grant application for Habitat for Humanity Boulevard Road Project
- Grant application for 228 Olympia Housing Project
- Public hearing for HUD grant application for affordable homeownership
- Resolution setting a public hearing date for Multi-Family Tax Exemption residential areas
- Ordinance amending Olympia Municipal Code Chapter 4.70 regarding residential parking
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
Metropolitan Park District Board
The Board will conduct public hearings regarding the 2024 preliminary Olympia Metropolitan Park District budget and the district's ad valorem tax. The meeting also includes a presentation of the Advisory Committee’s annual report on 2022 funding compliance.
- Public Hearing: 2024 Preliminary Olympia Metropolitan Park District (OMPD) Budget
- Public Hearing: 2024 Olympia Metropolitan Park District (OMPD) Ad Valorem Tax
- Presentation of OMPD Advisory Committee’s annual report regarding 2022 funding compliance
- Approval of April 24, 2023, meeting minutes
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Social Justice & Equity Commission
The Commission will review its annual work plan for 2023-2024. Discussion items include a presentation on Department of Licensing policies and the 2023 Police Auditor Mid-Year Report.
- Review of 2023-2024 Commission Annual Work Plan
- Department of Licensing Policies Update presentation
- Discussion of the 2023 Police Auditor Mid-Year Report
- Update on the Community Oversight of Law Enforcement Process
Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee
The committee will discuss updates regarding the Thurston Regional Trails Plan and the 2023 Parks Maintenance Update. The agenda also includes screening new member applications and discussing future work plans.
- Thurston Regional Trails Plan Update
- Parks Maintenance Update 2023
- Screening of new PRAC member applications
- Draft Work Plan & Chair Elections
- Comprehensive Plan - Parks Chapter Recommendation
Committee of the Chairs
The Committee of the Chairs will review a draft City Council Guidebook and a proposed attendance policy. Members are also preparing for the 2024 City Council Retreat.
- Review of Draft City Council Guidebook
- Proposed City Council Attendance Policy
- Preparations for the 2024 City Council Retreat
Cultural Access Program Advisory Board
This meeting is an informational session for the public regarding the Inspire Olympia application process. No board discussion or action will be taken during this session.
- Informational session for the Inspire Olympia application process
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee will discuss the 2024 proposed operating budget regarding fees, rates, and special revenue funds. The agenda also includes a Joint Animal Services briefing and an update on 2024 property taxes.
- 2024 proposed operating budget discussion (fees, rates, and special revenue funds)
- Joint Animal Services briefing
- 2024 property tax update
City Council
The City Council will hold public hearings regarding the 2024 proposed operating budget, the 2024-2029 Capital Facilities Plan, and the 2025-2030 Transportation Improvement Program. The council will also consider an ordinance amending residential parking codes and a grant application for affordable homeownership.
- Public hearing on the 2024 Proposed Operating Budget
- Public hearing on the Preliminary Capital Facilities Plan, 2024-2029
- Public hearing on the Transportation Improvement Program 2025-2030
- Ordinance amending residential parking codes
- Agreement with Thurston County for Dive Rescue Team deployment
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold briefings regarding the Capital Mall Triangle Subarea Plan and Draft EIS. The commission will also review the Olympia 2045 Comprehensive Plan Update. Additionally, members will conduct a debriefing and discussion of a listening session.
- Capital Mall Triangle Subarea Plan and Draft EIS Briefing (23-0893)
- Olympia 2045 - Comprehensive Plan Update Briefing (23-0890)
- Listening session debrief and discussion
Social Justice & Equity Commission
The Social Justice & Equity Commission Subcommittee will meet to discuss community oversight of law enforcement. The agenda also includes the approval of minutes from the September 25, 2023, subcommittee meeting.
- Discussion regarding community oversight of law enforcement (23-0903)
- Approval of September 25, 2023, subcommittee meeting minutes
Heritage Commission
The Heritage Commission is holding its annual retreat at the Olympia Armory. The meeting includes a discussion regarding the Commission and its subcommittees.
- Discussion of Heritage Commission and Subcommittees (23-0905)
Arts Commission
The Arts Commission will meet to discuss upcoming business items including asset mapping and leadership positions for 2024. The meeting also includes a meet and greet with Olympia Poet Laureate Kathleen Byrd.
- Meet and Greet with Olympia Poet Laureate Kathleen Byrd
- Asset Mapping
- OAC Leadership Positions for 2024
Metropolitan Park District Advisory Committee
The committee will review public feedback to finalize an annual report regarding 2022 funding level compliance for the OMPD Board and City Council. The meeting also includes a presentation on the 2024 preliminary budget preview.
- Finalizing the 2022 funding levels compliance report
- Presentation of the 2024 preliminary budget preview
- Approval of April 26, 2023 meeting minutes
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
PBIA Advisory Board
The PBIA Advisory Board will consider a sponsorship request for the South Sound Music Summit. The meeting also includes agenda approval and a period for public comment.
- South Sound Music Summit Sponsorship Request (23-0898)
Heritage Commission
The Commission will conduct a site visit regarding the Chaplin House at 425 Rogers St NW. This is part of a recommendation process for a Special Property Tax Valuation Application.
- Site visit for Chaplin House at 425 Rogers St NW
- Recommendation of Special Property Tax Valuation Application for Chaplin House
LEOFF I Disability Board
The LEOFF I Disability Board will meet to review and approve the minutes from the September 11, 2023, meeting. The board will also consider a request regarding Case #23-8 DME.
- Approval of September 11, 2023 LEOFF Board Minutes
- Review of Case #23-8 DME Request
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Utility Advisory Committee
The committee will conduct a work session regarding the Comprehensive Plan Update for the Utilities Chapter, specifically focusing on Waste ReSources goals and policies. Additionally, the committee will review preliminary 2024 utility rates and operating budgets.
- Comprehensive Plan Update: Utilities Chapter Value and Vision
- Comprehensive Plan Update: Waste ReSources Utility Goals/Policies
- 2024 Preliminary Utility Rates and Operating Budgets
Cultural Access Program Advisory Board
The board will discuss details regarding program implementation and outreach strategies. The meeting also includes reports from the CAPS Subcommittee and the Guidelines Workgroup.
- Discussion of Program Implementation Detail and Program Outreach (23-0859)
- Approval of September 7, 2023, meeting minutes
- CAPS Subcommittee report
- Guidelines Workgroup report
PBIA Advisory Board
The PBIA Advisory Board will review an economic development update and a 2023 budget amendment. The board is also scheduled to consider an event sponsorship request.
- 23-0865 Economic Development Update
- 23-0864 Consideration of Event Sponsorship Request
- 23-0866 2023 Budget Amendment
- Approval of September 6, 2023 meeting minutes
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding an ordinance to declare a continuing state of a public health emergency related to houselessness. The agenda also includes several resolutions for the consent calendar and updates on community reports.
- Public hearing for ordinance declaring a public health emergency related to houselessness
- Resolution authorizing a grant application for the Percival Creek Sewer Reroute Project
- Resolution accepting the Transportation Benefit District 2022 Annual Report
- Resolution concerning an adjustment to petty cash and change funds
- Approval of Grass Lake Nature Park Public Art Project addition to Arts Commission work plan
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will review the Urban Farming Work Group Report regarding policy recommendations and Comprehensive Plan goals. The commission will also hold deliberations on the Preliminary Capital Facilities Plan 2024-2029 Financial Plan and discuss a draft public comment policy.
- Urban Farming Work Group Report and policy recommendations
- Preliminary Capital Facilities Plan, 2024-2029 Financial Plan deliberations
- Draft Public Comment Policy for the Olympia Planning Commission
Land Use & Environment Committee
The committee will review an analysis regarding potential barriers to urban farms in Olympia. The agenda also includes a briefing on the Comprehensive Plan Update and an update on the Housing and Homelessness Program.
- Review of potential barriers to urban farms in Olympia
- Housing and homelessness program update
- Comprehensive plan update briefing
Lodging Tax Advisory Committee
The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee will review proposals for tourism services funded by the 2024 lodging tax. The committee will also approve minutes from previous meetings and host a public comment period.
- Review of 2024 Lodging Tax Funded Tourism Services Proposals
- Approval of September 7, 2023 meeting minutes
- Approval of November 18, 2022 meeting minutes
Heritage Commission
The Heritage Commission will review updates regarding the Creative District and Inspire Olympia. The meeting also includes a discussion of the Indie Music History Project report and planning for an October commission retreat.
- Update on Creative District and Inspire Olympia
- Planning for October Commission Retreat
- Discussion of Indie Music History Project report
Community Livability and Public Safety Committee
The Committee will review research and recommendations from the Olympia Youth Council. Members will also discuss a referral regarding Ordinance 7089 and the Independent Salary Commission.
- Youth Council Research and Recommendations
- Independent Salary Commission Referral Discussion (Ordinance 7089)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The City Council will discuss the 2024 preliminary budget update and the One Community Strategic Plan. The council will also consider a resolution to support a petition for a Downtown Improvement District. Additionally, several grants and property transfers are up for approval.
- $50,000 grant for digital imaging from the Office of Secretary of State
- Grant application for parks irrigation system upgrades
- Transfer of city property near Yashiro Japanese Garden into Parks Inventory
- Resolution supporting a Downtown Improvement District petition
- 2024 Preliminary Budget Update
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will hold an executive session to discuss litigation and potential litigation. The remainder of the agenda consists of roll call and adjournment.
- Executive Session 23-0842 regarding Litigation and Potential Litigation
Social Justice & Equity Commission
The Social Justice & Equity Commission subcommittee will meet for a special meeting. The primary business item involves a discussion regarding community oversight of law enforcement.
- Discussion of Community Oversight of Law Enforcement (23-0818)
Hearing Examiner
The Hearing Examiner will conduct a public hearing regarding Case 22-5482, the Harrison Ave Plat. The case includes several technical reports covering stormwater drainage, landscaping, and wetland assessments.
- Public hearing for Harrison Ave Plat (Case: 22-5482)
Civil Service Commission
The Civil Service Commission will meet to approve the August 23, 2023, meeting minutes. The commission is also scheduled to review the Entry Level Police Officer Register and the Promotional Police Sergeant Register.
- Approval of August 23, 2023, meeting minutes
- Approval of Entry Level Police Officer Register
- Approval of Promotional Police Sergeant Register
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee
The committee will review the 2024 preliminary Capital Facilities Plan and Capital Asset Management Program recommendation. Members will also receive an update on the Urban Farm Park Feasibility Study and a briefing on the Comprehensive Plan Update for the Parks Chapter.
- 23-0798 Capital Facilities Plan (CFP) & Capital Asset Management Program (CAMP) Recommendation
- 23-0799 Urban Farm Park Feasibility Study Update
- 23-0800 Comprehensive Plan Update - Parks Chapter Briefing
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee
The committee will discuss construction outreach for trail projects and review the 2024-2029 Preliminary Capital Facilities Plan. The agenda also includes approval of July 19, 2023, meeting minutes.
- Boulevard Road Trail Crossing and Bike Corridor project outreach
- Fones Road Corridor project outreach
- Discussion of the 2024-2029 Preliminary Capital Facilities Plan
- Approval of July 19, 2023, meeting minutes
Finance Committee
The committee will review updates regarding the 2024 proposed budget and the Indirect Cost Allocation Plan. Members are also scheduled to receive a briefing on Transportation Impact Fees.
- 2024 Proposed Budget Update
- Transportation Impact Fee Briefing
- Indirect Cost Allocation Plan Update
Planning Commission
The Finance Subcommittee will discuss the Preliminary Capital Facilities Plan and the 2024-2029 Financial Plan. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the September 6, 2023, meeting.
- Preliminary Capital Facilities Plan, 2024-2029 Financial Plan Discussion
- Approval of September 6, 2023, Planning Commission Finance Subcommittee Meeting Minutes
City Council
The City Council is holding a study session to discuss the Greenhouse Gas Inventory and Carbon Wedge Analysis. The council will also review the Southeast Annexation, including feasibility analyses and tax rate comparisons.
- Greenhouse Gas Inventory and Carbon Wedge Analysis (23-0810)
- Southeast Annexation Discussion (23-0767)
- Draft Emissions Reduction Strategy Analysis
- Olympia Annexation Feasibility Analysis (2023)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding the Preliminary 2024-2029 Capital Facilities Plan. The agenda also includes reviewing a City Council resolution and approving minutes from the August 21, 2023, meeting.
- Public hearing for Preliminary 2024-2029 Capital Facilities Plan
- Review of Public Comment Resolution by City Council (Resolution M-2458)
- Approval of August 21, 2023, meeting minutes
Committee of the Chairs
The Committee of the Chairs is meeting to discuss preparations for the 2024 City Council Retreat. The agenda includes reviewing agendas from the 2023 January and Mid-Year retreats.
- Preparations for the 2024 City Council Retreat
Arts Commission
The Arts Commission will receive an update on the Creative District and Inspire Olympia. The commission will also review the Comprehensive Plan update and plan for an October retreat.
- Update on Creative District and Inspire Olympia
- Review of Grass Lake Nature Park Call for Art
- Comprehensive Plan Update review
- Planning for October Arts Commission Retreat
- Approval of August 10, 2023 meeting minutes
Site Plan Review Committee
The committee will conduct a presubmission conference regarding the Taylor Short Plat. This item includes a preliminary site plan, vicinity map, and narrative description for parcel # 60101000700.
- Presubmission conference for Taylor Short Plat (Parcel # 60101000700)
Salary Commission
The Salary Commission will meet to discuss and potentially recommend actions regarding City Council salary compensation. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the August 9, 2023, meeting.
- Discussion and possible recommendation regarding City Council salary compensation
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will consider an ordinance regarding tenant protection measures and pet damage deposits. The agenda also includes a resolution for a regional climate mitigation agreement and several special recognitions.
- Ordinance amending OMC 5.82.050(D) related to tenant protection measures and pet damage deposits
- Resolution authorizing an interlocal agreement for the Thurston Climate Mitigation Plan
- Introduction of Appointed Olympia Municipal Court Judge Pamella Nogueira
- Approval of the 2023 Percival Plinth Project Peoples’ Choice Award
- Appointment to the Design Review Board
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
LEOFF I Disability Board
The LEOFF I Disability Board is meeting to approve minutes from May 8, 2023. The board will also consider a dental request and Case #23-7.
- Approval of May 8, 2023, minutes
- Review of Case #23-6 Dental Request
- Review of Case #23-7
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Utility Advisory Committee
The committee will review proposed updates to the drinking water goals and policies within the Utilities Chapter of the Comprehensive Plan. The agenda also includes discussions regarding the Water System Plan Update and the preliminary 2024 utility operating budget, rates, and general facility charges.
- Utilities Chapter Comprehensive Plan update
- Drinking water utility goals and policies review
- Water System Plan Update
- Preliminary 2024 Utility Operating Budget, rates, and general facility charges
Cultural Access Program Advisory Board
The board will review the July 10, 2023, meeting minutes and discuss Inspire Olympia communications planning. The agenda also includes reports from the CAPS Subcommittee and the Guidelines Review Team.
- Approval of July 10, 2023, meeting minutes
- Inspire Olympia Communications Planning discussion
- CAPS Subcommittee report
- Guidelines Review Team report
Lodging Tax Advisory Committee
The committee will receive information regarding improvements to the lodging tax application and award process. The meeting also includes a discussion on the review process for upcoming lodging tax funding applications.
- Lodging Tax Application and Award Process Improvement (23-0752)
- Review Process of Upcoming Lodging Tax Funding Applications (23-0753)
PBIA Advisory Board
The PBIA Advisory Board will consider the draft 2024 budget recommendation. The meeting also includes a review of a tree lighting funding request and a DID recommendation letter.
- Draft 2024 PBIA budget recommendation
- Approval of DID Recommendation Letter
- Tree Lighting Funding Request
- Approval of August 2, 2023 meeting minutes
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Site Plan Review Committee
The committee will review a site plan for the Nisqually Healing Center at 3663 Pacific Ave SE. The meeting also includes a presubmission conference regarding 727 Adams St SE.
- Nisqually Healing Center, 3663 Pacific Ave SE (Recommendation to the Director)
- 8th and Adams, 727 Adams St SE (Presubmission Conference)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission Finance Subcommittee will hold a discussion regarding the Capital Facilities Plan 2024-2029 Financial Plan with chapter contributors. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from the August 16, 2023, subcommittee meeting.
- Discussion of the Capital Facilities Plan 2024-2029 Financial Plan
- Approval of August 16, 2023, Finance Subcommittee meeting minutes
Sea Level Rise Response Collaborative-Executive Committee
The Executive Committee will review an update on the 2023 Sea Level Rise Collaborative Workplan. The committee is also scheduled to consider the draft 2024 Sea Level Rise Collaborative Workplan and Budget.
- Update on 2023 Sea Level Rise Collaborative Workplan
- Approval of 2024 Sea Level Rise Collaborative Workplan and Budget
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee will discuss workers compensation and consider a petition to form a Downtown Improvement District. The meeting also includes a review of city property assessments.
- Workers Compensation Discussion
- Petition to Form a Downtown Improvement District
- City Property Assessment
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Social Justice & Equity Commission
The Social Justice & Equity Commission will meet to discuss community oversight of law enforcement. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the July 24, 2023, meeting.
- Discussion of community oversight of law enforcement
- Approval of July 24, 2023, meeting minutes
Land Use & Environment Committee
The Land Use & Environment Committee will review a recommendation for the 2023 Engineering Design and Development Standards Update. The committee will also hold a discussion regarding Building Decarbonization Retrofit Strategies.
- Approval of the 2023 Engineering Design and Development Standards Update Recommendation
- Discussion on Building Decarbonization Retrofit Strategies
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Site Plan Review Committee
The committee will review a site plan recommendation for Old 99 Flat at 308 4th Ave E. The meeting also includes a presubmission conference for People Infra Offices at 1220 12th Ave SE.
- Site plan recommendation for Old 99 Flat, 308 4th Ave E
- Presubmission conference for People Infra Offices, 1220 12th Ave SE
Community Livability and Public Safety Committee
The committee will discuss the Key to the City process and procedure. Members will also review a recommendation for the Grass Lake Nature Park Public Art Project and the 2024 Advisory Committee recruitment process.
- Grass Lake Nature Park Public Art Project Opportunity Recommendation
- Key to the City Process and Procedure
- 2024 Advisory Committee Recruitment Process Overview
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Heritage Commission
The Commission will consider a special tax valuation application for properties on State Avenue NE. Members will also review nominations to list the Lackey Duplex, the Parthia Tugboat, and the Delta V. Smyth Tugs and Barges Company Site in the Olympia Heritage Register.
- Special Tax Valuation recommendation for James Martin Warehouse and Daily Olympian Building at 115 State Avenue NE
- Listing of Lackey Duplex at 2711 Adams Street SE in the Olympia Heritage Register
- Listing of Parthia Tugboat in the Olympia Heritage Register
- Listing of Delta V. Smyth Tugs and Barges Company Site in the Olympia Heritage Register
Civil Service Commission
The Civil Service Commission is meeting to approve several employment registers for public safety roles. This includes registers for entry-level police officers, entry-level firefighters, and promotional firefighter/paramedics. The commission will also approve minutes from the June 20, 2023, meeting.
- Approval of Entry Level Police Officer Register
- Approval of Promotional Firefighter/Paramedic Register
- Certification of Firefighter/Paramedic Register
- Approval of Entry Level Firefighter Register
- Approval of June 20, 2023, meeting minutes
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Olympia City Council will consider several ordinances, including electric vehicle parking requirements and drug-related code amendments. The meeting also includes a briefing on the Thurston County Public Safety Sales Tax ballot measure.
- Ordinance adopting electric vehicle parking requirements
- Ordinance amending municipal code regarding drugs
- Ordinance to vacate the alley off 4th Avenue between Adams Street and Franklin Street
- Ordinance amending municipal code regarding pet damage deposits
- Resolution authorizing an interlocal agreement with Thurston County Fire Protection District 3
🗳️ How they voted (13 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will review proposals related to the Capital Facilities Plan Transportation Chapter. The meeting also includes a briefing on the Community Values and Vision Survey Results.
- Proposals related to the Capital Facilities Plan Transportation Chapter
- Community Values and Vision Survey Results Briefing
Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee
The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee will review a briefing on the 2024 Preliminary Capital Facilities Plan (CFP) and Capital Asset Management Program (CAMP). The committee will also hold a discussion regarding parks facility access.
- 2024 Preliminary Capital Facilities Plan (CFP) & Capital Asset Management Program (CAMP) briefing
- Parks Facility Access discussion
Planning Commission
The Finance Subcommittee will meet to discuss the 2024-2029 Financial Plan for capital facilities. The meeting includes a period for public comment regarding City business.
- Discussion of 23-0706 Preliminary Capital Facilities Plan 2024-2029 Financial Plan