Olympia public meetings in 2024
239 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The City Council will hold second readings on several ordinances, including declaring a public health emergency over the affordable housing shortage, adopting the 2025-2030 operating and capital budgets, and adjusting permit, impact, and utility fees. They will also consider first readings on 2025 Parking Business Improvement Area rates and amendments to business tax and license codes. The meeting includes recognition of outgoing Councilmember Lisa Parshley.
- Second reading: Ordinance declaring a public health emergency due to insufficient affordable housing supply
- Second reading: Ordinance adopting the 2025 Operating, Special Funds, Capital Budget and 2025-2030 Financial Plan
- Second reading: Ordinance establishing a Youth Council and amending Olympia Municipal Code Chapter 2.100
- First reading: Ordinance amending 2025 Parking Business Improvement Area rates (first and final reading)
- First readings: Ordinances amending Titles 3, 4, and 5 of Olympia Municipal Code relating to revenue, finance, business taxes, and license enforcement
🗳️ How they voted (15 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Olympia City Council agenda for December 17, 2024, consists of roll call, an executive session to discuss the city manager's performance evaluation under RCW 42.30.110(1)(g), and adjournment. No public hearings, votes, or other business are scheduled. The meeting is largely procedural with no action items.
- Executive session for personnel matter: City Manager’s performance evaluation (RCW 42.30.110(1)(g))
Arts Commission
The Olympia Arts Commission will consider approving the 2025 Arts Walk cover artists, receive an update on the Music Out Loud program, and discuss the 2025-2026 Arts Commission Work Plan and Municipal Art Plan. The meeting also includes public comment and approval of previous meeting minutes.
- Approval of 2025 Arts Walk Cover Artists
- Music Out Loud update with location attachments
- Discussion and approval of 2025-2026 Arts Commission Work Plan and Municipal Art Plan
- Approval of November 14, 2024 meeting minutes
Site Plan Review Committee
The Site Plan Review Committee will hold a presubmission conference for a single-family residence project at 2400 Morse Rd SE. No decisions are being made; this is an early review of preliminary site plans and narratives.
- Presubmission conference for Ballard Pre-Sub Morse Rd 1, a single-family residence at 2400 Morse Rd SE
- Review of preliminary site plan, vicinity map, narrative, and presubmission details (attachments 1-4)
City Council
The City Council is reviewing the 2025 Operating, Special Funds, Capital Budget and Capital Facilities Plan. The body is also holding public hearings regarding a parking assessment rate change and a continuing state of public health emergency related to homelessness.
- First reading of the 2025 Operating, Special Funds, Capital Budget and Capital Facilities Plan
- Public hearing on changing the Olympia Parking and Business Improvement Area Assessment Rate
- Public hearing on an ordinance declaring a continuing state of public health emergency related to homelessness
- Ordinance to establish a Youth Council and amend Olympia Municipal Code Chapter 2.100
- Resolutions for grant applications for the Percival Creek Sewer Reroute and coastal flood risk projects
🗳️ How they voted (25 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Olympia City Council meeting will begin with a roll call, then consider Business Item 2.A (24-1034) regarding a council dinner and information sharing. No other agenda items are listed. The meeting will conclude with adjournment.
- Business Item 2.A (24-1034) – City Council Dinner and Information Sharing
Civil Service Commission
The Civil Service Commission will hold a regular meeting to approve the agenda and minutes from November 19, 2024. The primary business item is approval of the Fire Captain Register, a personnel list for fire captain positions. Public comment is also scheduled.
- Approval of November 19, 2024 meeting minutes
- Approval of Fire Captain Register (Item 24-1035)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee will meet to discuss a recommendation for the Economy Chapter of the Olympia 2045 Comprehensive Plan Update. The committee will also discuss potential work plan topics for 2025.
- Recommendation for the Olympia 2045 Economy Chapter of the Comprehensive Plan Update
- Discussion of 2025 Finance Committee Work Plan Topics
Public Meeting
The City Council holds a special meeting to discuss the recruitment process for an upcoming vacant council position. The agenda includes an interview preparation discussion and a timeline for the appointment. No decisions or votes are scheduled; the meeting is for planning and discussion only.
- Discussion of interview process for vacant council seat
- Review of council appointment timeline
Heritage Commission
The Olympia Heritage Commission will hold a special meeting to discuss and plan its annual retreat. The agenda also includes approving previous meeting minutes and hearing public comment.
- Discussion and planning of the Heritage Commission Annual Retreat (Business Item 24-1005)
- Approval of October 23, 2024 meeting minutes (Item 24-1008)
Sea Level Rise Response Collaborative-Executive Committee
The Sea Level Rise Response Collaborative-Executive Committee will meet to discuss business items and reports. The primary agenda item is an update regarding a groundwater study.
- Groundwater Study Update (Item 24-0997)
- Approval of September 6, 2024 meeting minutes
Land Use & Environment Committee
The Land Use & Environment Committee is holding a potential quorum at the Sea Level Rise Response Collaborative Executive Committee meeting. The agenda includes only one item: a report and update on that collaborative meeting. No other substantive business is scheduled.
- 24-0998 Sea Level Rise Response Collaborative-Executive Committee Meeting Agenda
PBIA Advisory Board
The PBIA Advisory Board will hold a regular meeting including approval of November 6, 2024 minutes and public comment. The main business item is a discussion on 2025 PBIA Planning. The agenda is otherwise procedural.
- Approval of November 6, 2024 meeting minutes
- Discussion of 2025 PBIA Planning (item 24-1009)
City Council
The City Council will hold a study session to review and discuss three draft chapters of the Olympia 2045 Comprehensive Plan update: Public Safety, Parks/Arts/Recreation, and Utilities. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the session is for information and discussion only.
- Draft Public Safety Chapter with supporting commission letters and Reimagining Public Safety summary
- Draft Parks, Arts and Recreation Chapter with advisory committee and commission recommendations
- Draft Utilities Chapter including responses to Puget Sound Energy comments and errata sheet
- Attachments from Planning Commission, Social Justice & Equity Commission, and other advisory bodies
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will meet to conduct a briefing on the Capital Mall Triangle Subarea Planned Action Ordinance. The body will also hold officer elections and approve minutes from the November 18, 2024, meeting.
- Capital Mall Triangle Subarea Planned Action Ordinance briefing
- Officer elections
Social Justice & Equity Commission
The Social Justice & Equity Commission will approve meeting minutes and discuss the Comprehensive Plan Update's climate resilience sub-element and the 2045 capital facilities goals and policies.
- Approval of October 28, 2024 meeting minutes
- Review of Climate Risk and Vulnerability Assessment community feedback
- Briefing on Olympia 2045 capital facilities goals and policies
- Public comment period for agenda items
- Discussion of Comprehensive Plan Update - Climate Resilience Sub-element
Hearing Examiner
The Hearing Examiner will hold a public hearing on Case 24-0363, Lister Glen, a preliminary plat application for a subdivision. The meeting will consider a SEPA Determination of Non-Significance and supporting reports. Residents may provide comment during the hearing.
- Public hearing for Lister Glen subdivision (Case 24-0363)
- SEPA Determination of Non-Significance (DNS) for the project
- Preliminary plat plans and supporting civil/drainage reports
- Review of public comments and agency comments received to date
- Geotechnical, wetland, and soil/vegetation assessments
Site Plan Review Committee
The Site Plan Review Committee is holding a presubmission conference for the Voorhies Short Plat at 3900 Martin Way E. No other substantive items are on the agenda.
- Presubmission conference for Voorhies Short Plat at 3900 Martin Way E (case 24-0978)
Public Meeting
The Land Use & Environment Committee will hold a special meeting to discuss the recruitment process for an upcoming vacant City Council seat. Item 24-0980 on the agenda calls for reviewing and planning how candidates will be recruited. No other business items are listed.
- 24-0980 – Discussion of recruitment process for upcoming vacant City Council position
Land Use & Environment Committee
The Land Use & Environment Committee will hold a briefing on State Environmental Policy Act categorical exemptions. Members will also discuss renter protection measures and the Climate Resilience Sub-element of the Comprehensive Plan Update.
- State Environmental Policy Act Categorical Exemptions briefing
- Discussion on renter protection measures, including income to rent ratios and manufactured housing policy
- Comprehensive Plan Update regarding the Climate Resilience Sub-element
Site Plan Review Committee
The Site Plan Review Committee will hold a presubmission conference for a proposed fueling facility at 1803 Black Lake Blvd SW. This is an early review of preliminary site plans and narrative descriptions before a formal application. No final decisions are expected at this meeting.
- Black Lake Fueling Facility at 1803 Black Lake Blvd SW
- Presubmission conference for preliminary site plan review
- Attachment includes narrative description and site details
Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee
The Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee will meet to discuss updates to the Comprehensive Plan Transportation Chapter. The body will also address meeting formats and representative selection for the Safe Schools Funding Steering Committee.
- Comprehensive Plan Transportation Chapter Update
- Selection of Safe Schools Funding Steering Committee Representative
- BPAC Meeting Format discussion
- Officer Elections
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The council will consider several items, including an ordinance to repeal the Police Auditor chapter and adopt recommendations from the Social Justice and Equity Commission. It will also review a tax ordinance amendment, a resolution on parking and Business Improvement Area assessment rates, a briefing on acquiring twelve patrol cars, and recommendations for the 2025 preliminary budget.
- Ordinance 24-0979: Repeal of OMC Chapter 2.38 (Police Auditor) and adoption of civilian oversight recommendations.
- Ordinance 24-0987: Amendment to the 2025 Regular Ad Valorem Tax Ordinance (first and final reading).
- Resolution 24-0961: Intent to change the Olympia Parking and Business Improvement Area assessment rate and set a hearing date.
- Resolution 24-0956: Briefing on acquisition of twelve patrol cars.
- Resolution 24-0975: Approval of City Manager and Finance Committee recommendations for the Preliminary 2025 Operating, Special, and Capital Budgets.
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Metropolitan Park District Board
The Metropolitan Park District Board will approve the minutes from the October 29, 2024 meeting, adopt a resolution for the 2025 OMPD budget, and adopt a resolution setting the 2025 OMPD ad valorem tax. Public comment will be allowed for up to two minutes per speaker. The meeting also includes routine roll call, agenda approval, and adjournment.
- Approve October 29, 2024 meeting minutes (Item 4.A)
- Adopt the 2025 Olympia Metropolitan Park District budget (Item 4.B)
- Set the 2025 Olympia Metropolitan Park District ad valorem tax (Item 4.C)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Civil Service Commission
The Civil Service Commission will meet to approve eligible candidate lists for specific city roles. The body will also review updates to the Entry-Level Firefighter register following a recent hire.
- Approval of Paramedic Lieutenant Register
- Approval of Entry Level Police Officer Register
- Review of Entry-Level Firefighter register updates
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on proposed amendments to the Municipal Code regarding project permitting timelines. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from November 4 and officer elections nominations.
- Public hearing on amendments to Municipal Code related to project permitting timelines (Item 6.A)
- Approval of minutes from November 4, 2024, Planning Commission meeting
- Officer elections nominations (Other Topics)
Finance Committee
The Olympia Finance Committee will consider the recommended 2025 Preliminary Operating, Special Funds, and Capital Budget for final budget balancing. The committee will also discuss updates to municipal codes related to revenue, business taxes, and enforcement, and review a transition of workers compensation to state management.
- Consideration of 2025 Preliminary Operating, Special Funds, and Capital Budget
- Transition of Workers Compensation from self-insured to Washington State Labor & Industries
- Update to Olympia Municipal Code Title 3 on revenue and finance
- Update to Olympia Municipal Code Title 4 on uniform civil enforcement of license and tax requirements
- Update to Olympia Municipal Code Title 5 on business taxes, licenses, and regulations
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Heritage Commission
The Heritage Commission is meeting to conduct a design review for proposed improvements to the Old Capitol Building. The body will also consider the approval of minutes from the October 14, 2024, Heritage Review Committee meeting.
- Design review for re-roofing and related improvements at the Old Capitol Building (600 Washington St SE)
- Approval of October 14, 2024 Heritage Review Committee meeting minutes
Design Review Board
The Design Review Board will review the Cottage Apartments project (case 24-0938, 24-1554). Staff reports, design checklists, plan sets, narratives, and a concept memo are attached for the board's consideration. The board will discuss the project's design compliance and any revisions.
- Project review – The Cottage Apartments (case 24-0938, 24-1554) with staff report and design documents
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Arts Commission
The Arts Commission will approve the minutes from its October 10, 2024 meeting. It will discuss and recommend the Welcome Figure Concept Plan, including its location and landscape design. The commission will receive an update on the Armory Design Planning and consider leadership positions for 2025, as well as review advisory committee rules of procedure.
- Recommendation of the Welcome Figure Concept Plan (location and landscape design)
- Update on Armory Design Planning (item 24-0737)
- OAC Leadership Positions for 2025 (item 24-0739)
- Advisory Committee Rules of Procedure
- Approval of October 10, 2024 Arts Commission meeting minutes (item 24-0930)
Community Livability and Public Safety Committee
The Community Livability and Public Safety Committee will hold a special meeting to review proposed updates to advisory committee roles, expectations, and rules of procedure. The discussion focuses on a draft guidebook for future advisory committee operations. No votes or final decisions are scheduled; the item is for review and discussion only.
- Review of Advisory Committee Procedures and Expectations for Future Guidebook (Item 24-0940) with draft updates to roles, expectations, and rules of procedure
City Council
The City Council will approve the 2025 regular and excess ad valorem tax ordinances and hold a public hearing on the preliminary operating budget, utility rates, and impact fees. The agenda also includes resolutions for a transportation grant and a housing program, along with a public hearing on the CDBG program report.
- Approval of 2025 Regular Ad Valorem Tax - First and Final Reading
- Approval of 2025 Excess Ad Valorem Tax - First and Final Reading
- Public Hearing on 2025 Preliminary Operating Budget, Utility Rates, and Impact Fees
- Approval of Resolution for Washington State DOT Chip Seal Project Grant
- Approval of Resolution for HUD Older Adults Home Modification Program
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Olympia City Council will convene for a dinner and information sharing session. The meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, November 12, 2024, at 4:30 PM in Room 207.
- Roll call
- City Council Dinner and Information Sharing (24-0945)
- Adjournment
Lodging Tax Advisory Committee
The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee will review 2025 lodging tax funded tourism service proposals and discuss award history. They will also consider approval of minutes from September 2023. Public comment is accepted.
- Review of 2025 Lodging Tax Funded Tourism Service Proposals
- Approval of September 28, 2023 meeting minutes
- Public comment period on city business
Utility Advisory Committee
The Utility Advisory Committee will receive briefings on the Olympia 2045 comprehensive plan update, including capital facilities goals and policies and the utilities chapter. The committee will also hold officer elections. No decisions are scheduled; the items are for discussion and briefing only.
- Briefing on Olympia 2045 capital facilities goals and policies (item 24-0888)
- Briefing on the Olympia 2045 utilities chapter of the comprehensive plan update (item 24-0915)
- UAC officer elections (item 24-0916)
PBIA Advisory Board
The PBIA Advisory Board will discuss and possibly decide on the purchase of 2025 flower baskets from Fessler Nursery and begin planning for the 2025 PBIA program. The board will also approve minutes from the October 9, 2024 meeting and take public comment.
- Consideration of 2025 Flower Baskets Purchase (Fessler Nursery)
- 2025 PBIA Planning discussion
- Approval of October 9, 2024 meeting minutes
- Public comment period for community members
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will conduct a public hearing regarding the Public Participation and Partners Chapter of the Comprehensive Plan Periodic Update. The body will also receive a briefing on updating goals and policies for capital facilities as part of Olympia 2045.
- Public hearing on the Public Participation and Partners Chapter of the Comprehensive Plan Periodic Update
- Briefing on Olympia 2045: Updating the Goals and Policies for Capital Facilities
Committee of the Chairs
The Committee of the Chairs is meeting to discuss preparations for the 2025 City Council Annual Retreat. The body will also consider recommended updates to the City Council Guidebook.
- Preparations for the 2025 City Council Retreat
- Approval of recommended updates to the City Council Guidebook
City Council
The Olympia City Council will hold a public hearing on the 2025 preliminary operating budget and 2025 ad valorem tax rates. The agenda includes approving interlocal agreements for fire training and ICAC, and submitting grant applications for supportive housing and solar panel installation.
- Public hearing on 2025 preliminary operating budget
- Public hearing on 2025 ad valorem tax
- Approval of Interlocal Agreement with City of Tumwater for Fire Training
- Approval of Resolution for Connecting Housing to Infrastructure Program Grant Application
- Approval of Resolution for Solar Panel Installation at Olympia Main Fire Station
🗳️ How they voted (13 roll-call votes)
Design Review Board
The Design Review Board will meet to conduct a project review for the Easterly Apartments Phase II. This is the only project listed for review on the agenda.
- Project review for Easterly Apartments Phase II (Case 24-0856, 24-4519)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission is holding a special study session to review the second draft of the Comprehensive Plan's Transportation Chapter. The body will examine significant changes, traffic volumes, and street connections.
- Review of Comprehensive Plan Draft Transportation Chapter second draft
- Discussion of street connections and traffic volumes fact sheets
- Review of public outreach summaries and responses to Planning Commission written comments
Community Livability and Public Safety Committee
The Community Livability and Public Safety Committee will review and vote on a draft ordinance that repeals Municipal Code 2.38 for the Police Auditor and replaces it with recommendations from the Social Justice and Equity Commission. The meeting also includes a periodic update to the Public Safety Chapter of the Comprehensive Plan and a recommendation to appoint members to the inaugural City of Olympia Youth Council. Staff will present draft topics for the 2025 work plan for discussion.
- 24-0868: Draft Ordinance to repeal Police Auditor ordinance (OMC Chapter 2.38) and adopt new civilian oversight recommendations
- 24-0866: Public Safety Chapter of the Comprehensive Plan periodic update (draft and supporting documents)
- 24-0781: Recommendation to appoint members of the inaugural City of Olympia Youth Council
- 24-0867: Draft 2025 Community Livability and Public Safety Committee Work Plan topics
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Heritage Commission
The Heritage Commission will review a special tax valuation application for the Sandberg House located at 208 Percival St NW. The agenda includes related documents such as photos, an owner statement, and a summary of expenses. The commission will also address a training item covering Section 106 and cultural resource protection. Standard agenda items such as approvals, public comment, and reports are also scheduled.
- 24-0873 – Special Tax Valuation application for the Sandberg House at 208 Percival St NW
- 24-0874 – Training session on Section 106 flow chart and cultural resource protection process
City Council
The City Council is holding a study session to discuss the 2025 operating budget and a briefing on the Olympia 2045 Comprehensive Plan Periodic Update. The body will also discuss a public engagement process regarding minimum wage, fair scheduling, and workplace safety.
- Discussion of 2025 Operating Budget
- Olympia 2045 Comprehensive Plan Periodic Update briefing
- Discussion of public engagement process for minimum wage, fair scheduling, and workplace safety
Planning Commission
The Olympia Planning Commission will consider a draft public hearing for the Public Participation and Partners chapter of the Comprehensive Plan, including survey results and a new webpage. Commissioners will also receive a briefing on proposed amendments to the municipal code that would change project permitting timelines, with reference to SB 5290. The meeting includes standard agenda approval, minutes approval, public comment, staff announcements, reports, and other topics before adjourning.
- Public Participation and Partners Chapter draft public hearing
- Survey results summary for the Public Participation chapter
- Webpage update for the Public Participation chapter
- Briefing on municipal code amendments for project permitting timelines
- SB 5290 fact sheet related to permitting changes
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee will conduct a preliminary review of 2025 utility rates, impact fees, and specific program budgets. The committee will also receive a briefing on a classification and compensation study.
- Preliminary review of 2025 Utility Rates, General Facility Charges, and Impact Fees
- Budget review for Inspire Olympia, Lodging Tax, and Housing/Homeless Response Program
- Budget review for Parking & Business Improvement Area (PBIA)
- Classification and Compensation Study briefing
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Land Use & Environment Committee
The Land Use & Environment Committee is meeting to conduct committee business. The primary focus is the update to the Land Use & Urban Design chapter of Olympia 2045.
- 24-0826 Olympia 2045 - Land Use & Urban Design Chapter Update
Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee
The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee will hold public hearings on naming The Olympia Armory, Yelm Highway Community Park, and Kaiser Woods Park. After the hearings, the committee will make recommendations on the official names for each of these parks. The agenda also includes a recommendation on the Capital Facilities Plan and Capital Asset Management Program for the Parks chapter. Standard agenda items such as approvals, public comment, and reports are also scheduled.
- 24-0848 Public Hearing for naming “The Olympia Armory”
- 24-0849 Public Hearing for naming “Yelm Highway Community Park”
- 24-0850 Public Hearing for naming “Kaiser Woods Park”
- 24-0852 Recommendation on official name for “The Olympia Armory”
- 24-0809 Recommendation on Capital Facilities Plan (Parks Chapter)
🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes
City Council
The City Council will discuss resolutions to oppose Washington State Ballot Initiatives No. 2109 and No. 2124. The body is also deciding on budget amendments and interlocal agreements for transportation and housing plans.
- Resolution opposing Initiative No. 2109 regarding capital gains excise tax
- Resolution opposing Initiative No. 2124 regarding long-term care coverage
- Third Quarter Budget Amendment (Ordinance 7403)
- Interlocal agreement with Lacey, Tumwater and Yelm for Accessory Dwelling Unit plans
- Interlocal agreement with Olympia School District for Cultural Access Tax Transportation Funding
🗳️ How they voted (10 roll-call votes)
Civil Service Commission
The Olympia Civil Service Commission will vote on the approval of the Firefighter/Paramedic Register, the Entry Level Police Officer Register, and updates to the Fire Captain testing process and job description. The meeting also includes routine approvals of prior meeting minutes and a public comment period.
- Approval of Firefighter/Paramedic Register (24-0843)
- Approval of Entry Level Police Officer Register (24-0845)
- Fire Captain Testing Process and Job Description Updates (24-0869)
- Approval of September 17, 2024 meeting minutes (24-0844)
- Public comment period for community members
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Heritage Commission
The Heritage Commission is meeting to discuss a special tax valuation for the Sandberg House. The meeting includes a site visit to the property located at 208 Percival St NW.
- Recommendation of Special Tax Valuation for the Sandberg House at 208 Percival St NW
- Approval of January 5, 2024 Heritage Review Committee meeting minutes
LEOFF I Disability Board
The LEOFF I Disability Board will meet to approve the September 9, 2024 minutes and a case regarding hearing aids. The meeting will be held via Zoom.
- Approval of September 9, 2024 LEOFF Board Minutes
- Approval of Case #24-8 Hearing Aids
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Arts Commission
The Arts Commission will meet to discuss jury recommendations for the 2025 Percival Plinth Project and Arts Walk Cover Art. The body will also determine leadership positions for 2025 and receive updates on Inspire Olympia and the Arts Walk.
- Jury recommendation for 2025 Percival Plinth Project and Arts Walk Cover Art
- Selection of OAC Leadership Positions for 2025
- Inspire Olympia update
- Arts Walk recap
City Council
The City Council is holding a special joint meeting with the Olympia Port Commission. The agenda consists of a single business item regarding this joint session.
- Joint Meeting with the Olympia Port Commission (Item 2.A 24-0836)
Site Plan Review Committee
The Site Plan Review Committee will review the agenda and hold presubmission conferences for two projects. The first is the Springwood Plat (24-0800) located at 1609 Springwood Ave NE. The second is the PSE Eld Inlet Substation Maintenance (24-0807) located at 1330 Kaiser Rd NW. No decisions are recorded for this meeting.
- Presubmission conference for Springwood Plat (24-0800) – 1609 Springwood Ave NE
- Presubmission conference for PSE Eld Inlet Substation Maintenance (24-0807) – 1330 Kaiser Rd NW
Metropolitan Park District Advisory Committee
The Metropolitan Park District Advisory Committee will approve the May 1, 2024 meeting minutes, consider public feedback and finalize the 2023 compliance report for the OMPD Board and City Council, and preview the 2025 preliminary budget. The meeting also includes a public comment period and standard procedural items.
- 24-0812 Approval of May 1, 2024 meeting minutes
- 24-0810 Review public feedback and finalize the 2023 OMPD compliance report
- 24-0811 2025 Preliminary Budget Preview presentation
- Public comment period for community members
- Standard procedural items: call to order, roll call, agenda approval
PBIA Advisory Board
The PBIA Advisory Board will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and discuss a Halloween program sponsorship. The board will also review a draft for 2025 planning and receive a staff update on the City Council's exploration of a mandated minimum wage.
- Approval of July 3, 2024 PBIA meeting minutes
- Consideration of Halloween Program Sponsorship
- City Staff Update on Council Exploration of City Mandated Minimum Wage
- 2025 PBIA Planning discussion draft
City Council
The Olympia City Council will consider two resolutions expressing opposition to State Ballot Initiative No. 2066 on energy services and Initiative No. 2117 on carbon credit tax trading. The council will also approve an interlocal agreement for the Deschutes Estuary Restoration Project and adopt ordinance amendments related to camping restrictions and the third‑quarter budget. Additional items include special recognitions, a public hearing for a HUD affordable homeownership grant, and updates to the 2025 capital facilities plan and budget.
- Resolution opposing Washington State Ballot Initiative No. 2066 (energy services, natural gas, electrification)
- Resolution opposing Washington State Ballot Initiative No. 2117 (carbon credit tax trading)
- Interlocal agreement authorizing collaboration on the Deschutes Estuary Restoration Project
- Ordinance amendment prohibiting camping on city property and right‑of‑way (Chapter 12.74)
- Public hearing for a HUD grant application to fund affordable homeownership
🗳️ How they voted (10 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Olympia City Council meeting on October 8, 2024 includes a business item to discuss a council dinner and information sharing session. The item is identified as 24-0834. No other substantive agenda items are listed beyond roll call and adjournment.
- 24-0834 City Council Dinner and Information Sharing (business item)
Planning Commission
The Olympia Planning Commission will meet to deliberate on the 2025-2030 Capital Facilities Plan and review draft chapters for the Olympia 2045 Comprehensive Plan update, including the Public Safety and Utilities chapters.
- Approval of September 16 and 18, 2024, meeting minutes
- Deliberations on 2025-2030 Capital Facilities Plan
- Deliberations on Public Safety Chapter of Comprehensive Plan
- Deliberations on Utilities Chapter of Comprehensive Plan
- Deliberations on Natural Environment Chapter of Comprehensive Plan
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee is holding a special meeting to discuss a Worker’s Bill of Rights and minimum wage. The discussion is based on a letter sent to the City Council.
- Discussion of 24-0837 Worker’s Bill of Rights and Minimum Wage
Social Justice & Equity Commission
The commission will convene a special retreat to discuss its work on social justice and equity. The agenda includes roll call, business items, the retreat agenda (item 6.A 24-0813), and adjournment. No specific decisions or actions are listed.
- Roll call
- Business items
- Retreat agenda (item 6.A 24-0813)
- Adjournment
Cultural Access Program Advisory Board
The Cultural Access Program Advisory Board will consider the draft work plan for 2025 and set the regular meeting schedule for the next year. The board will also approve the minutes from the September 5, 2024 meeting. Additional agenda items include public comment, announcements, a staff report, and other topics.
- Approval of September 5, 2024 Cultural Access Advisory Board minutes (Item 3.A)
- Review and approval of the 2025 CAAB Work Plan and regular meeting schedule (Item 6.A)
- Public comment period for community members
- Announcements
- Staff report
Utility Advisory Committee
The committee will approve the agenda and the September 5, 2024 meeting minutes. It will discuss the LOTT proposed 2025‑2026 budget and rates, followed by the 2025 Utility Operating Budget, rates, Capital Facilities Plan and General Facility Charges. Public comment and announcements are also scheduled.
- 24-0795 Approval of September 5, 2024 UAC Meeting Minutes
- 24-0797 LOTT Proposed 2025‑2026 Budget and Rates
- 24-0798 2025 Utility Operating Budget, Rates, Capital Facilities Plan and General Facility Charges
Site Plan Review Committee
The Site Plan Review Committee will first review the meeting agenda. It will then hold a presubmission conference to discuss the CWT Binding Site Plan (24-0806) for the property at 3910 Martin Way East, examining the site plan, vicinity map, narrative description, and presubmission details. The meeting will conclude with adjournment.
- Presubmission conference for CWT Binding Site Plan (24-0806) at 3910 Martin Way E
- Review of Site Plan attachment
- Review of Vicinity Map attachment
- Review of Narrative Description attachment
- Review of Presubmission Details attachment
City Council
The City Council is holding a study session to receive a briefing on a draft interlocal agreement. The discussion focuses on the Deschutes Estuary Restoration Project.
- Briefing on the Deschutes Estuary Restoration Project Interlocal Agreement (24-0805)
Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee
The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss recommendations for the 2025-2030 Capital Facilities Plan (CFP) and Capital Asset Management Program (CAMP). The committee will also receive reports from the Olympia Metropolitan Parks Advisory Board and the Deschutes Estuary Project Community Sounding Board.
- 2025-2030 Capital Facilities Plan (CFP) & Capital Asset Management Program (CAMP) recommendation
- Follow-up on park name recommendations for Kaiser Woods, Yelm Highway Community Park, and The Armory
Site Plan Review Committee
The Site Plan Review Committee is meeting to conduct a presubmission conference. The session focuses on a proposal for duplexes at 2325 Conger Ave NW.
- Presubmission conference for 24-0732: Duplexes at 2325 Conger Ave NW
City Council
The City Council will consider an ordinance to prohibit camping and constructing camp facilities on city property, parklets, and right-of-ways. The meeting also includes a preliminary update on the 2025 operating budget and a briefing on the Experience Olympia and Beyond Destination Master Plan.
- Ordinance 24-0736: Prohibiting camping on city property, parklets, and city right-of-way
- Bid award for the Downtown Bike Corridor Project
- Grant award for the Olympia Armory from the Department of Commerce Community Decarbonization Grant
- Grant application to HUD for affordable homeownership funding
- 2025 Preliminary Operating Budget Update
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Civil Service Commission
The Civil Service Commission will consider two business items: changes to the classification specifications for the Olympia Fire Department Battalion Fire Chief (item 24-0776) and for the Fire Lieutenant (item 24-0777). The commission will also approve the minutes from the August 20, 2024 meeting. Public comment and announcements are scheduled before the business items.
- 24-0776 OFD Battalion Fire Chief Classification Specification Changes
- 24-0777 OFD Fire Lieutenant Classification Specification Changes
- Approval of August 20, 2024 Civil Service Commission Meeting Minutes (item 24-0715)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Site Plan Review Committee
The Site Plan Review Committee is meeting to conduct a presubmission conference. The session focuses on a specific project proposal for the Armory Creative Campus.
- Presubmission conference for Armory Creative Campus at 515 Eastside St SE (24-0721, 24-5164)
City Council
The Olympia City Council will consider several routine approvals, including minutes from the August 13 meeting and recent bills and payroll certifications. It will vote on a grant from the Washington Department of Commerce to install electric‑vehicle charging stations on multifamily and city‑owned properties, and on agreements for park design work and community‑development loan subordination. The council will also accept the "Olympia Strong: Economic Opportunity for Everyone" plan as the city’s guiding economic‑development strategy and recognize National Service Dog Month and National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month.
- Approve a grant from the Washington Department of Commerce for EV charging stations on multifamily and city‑owned properties (Resolution 24‑0703).
- Authorize an agreement with Berger Partnership to complete Phase 1 design at Yelm Highway Community Park (Resolution 24‑0719).
- Authorize an agreement with Homes First for subordination of two Community Development Block Grant loans (Resolution 24‑0704).
- Approve the 2024 Percival Plinth Project Peoples’ Choice Award (Item 6.A, 24‑0717).
- Accept "Olympia Strong: Economic Opportunity for Everyone" as the city’s guiding economic‑development strategy (Item 6.B, 24‑0731).
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission Finance Subcommittee is meeting to discuss and ask questions regarding the Capital Facilities Plan 2025-2030 Financial Plan. The body will also consider approving the minutes from the August 21, 2024, meeting.
- Discussion of Capital Facilities Plan 2025-2030 Financial Plan
- Approval of August 21, 2024, Finance Subcommittee meeting minutes
LEOFF I Disability Board
The LEOFF I Disability Board is meeting to approve minutes from August 12, 2024. The board will also decide on two specific benefit requests.
- Case #24-6 Long Term Care approval
- Case #24-7 Dental Request approval
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Land Use & Environment Committee
The Land Use & Environment Committee will hear a report from the Sea Level Rise Response Collaborative Executive Committee (item 3.A, agenda number 24-0713). No decisions or votes are listed; the agenda consists of standard procedural items and this report. The meeting is scheduled for 12:00 PM on September 6, 2024.
- Report from Sea Level Rise Response Collaborative‑Executive Committee (item 3.A, 24-0713)
Utility Advisory Committee
The Utility Advisory Committee will approve its agenda and the minutes from the June 6, 2024 meeting. It will receive a semi‑annual financial update for January‑June 2024. The committee will discuss the preliminary 2025 Utility Operating Budget, rates, Capital Facilities Plan, and General Facility Charges. Public comment is also scheduled.
- 24-0707 Preliminary 2025 Utility Operating Budget, Rates, Capital Facilities Plan and General Facility Charges
- 24-0708 Utilities Semi‑Annual 2024 Financial Update
- Approval of agenda (Item 2)
- Approval of June 6, 2024 UAC meeting minutes (Item 3)
- Public comment period (5:45 – 6:00 PM)
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee will meet on September 4, 2024 at 5:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers. The agenda includes a potential quorum, a discussion of 108 state proposals, and an executive‑session meeting on a real‑estate matter identified as item 24‑0718. No other items are listed.
- Potential quorum of the Finance Committee
- Discussion of 108 state proposals
- Executive Session – Real Estate Matter (Item 24‑0718)
Heritage Commission
The Heritage Commission will vote on endorsing the Olympia Armory for inclusion on the National Register of Historic Places. It will also discuss the structure and responsibilities of its subcommittees as outlined in the 2024 OHC Work Plan. The agenda includes routine approvals of the meeting minutes and a public comment period.
- 24-0691 Endorsement of Olympia Armory National Register nomination
- 24-0692 Discussion on subcommittees per 2024 OHC Work Plan
- 24-0693 Approval of June 26, 2024 Heritage Commission meeting minutes
Social Justice & Equity Commission
The Social Justice & Equity Commission will meet to review updates regarding the city's Comprehensive Plan and homeless response. The session includes briefings on public safety and city email services.
- Briefing on the Public Safety Chapter of the Comprehensive Plan Periodic Update
- Housing and Homeless Response briefing including the One Community Strategic Plan and 2024 Point in Time Count
- City E-mail and Service Desk briefing regarding Multi-Factor Authentication and Outlook setup
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee will receive updates on city investments, the 2024 audit team progress, and the 2025 budget process. The committee will also receive a briefing on Washington State Revised Public Defense Standards.
- City Investment Update
- Washington State Revised Public Defense Standards Briefing
- Audit Team 2024 Progress Update
- 2025 Budget Process Update
Site Plan Review Committee
The Site Plan Review Committee is holding presubmission conferences for two projects. The body will review preliminary plans and descriptions for a warehouse expansion and a public art installation.
- Presubmission conference for warehouse addition at 5014 Harrison Ave NW (24-0542)
- Presubmission conference for Coast Welcome Figure at Isthmus Park, 531 4th Ave W (24-0666)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will approve the minutes from the August 12, 2024 Finance Subcommittee meeting. It will then hold a discussion on the Preliminary Capital Facilities Plan for 2025‑2030, as presented on the City of Olympia finance website. No other decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Approval of the August 12, 2024 Finance Subcommittee meeting minutes (Item 3.A)
- Public comment period limited to three minutes per speaker (Item 4)
- Preliminary Capital Facilities Plan 2025‑2030 financial plan discussion (Item 5.A)
City Council
The City Council is holding a special meeting for a reception to welcome the Kato Sister City Delegation. The meeting is scheduled for August 20, 2024, at the Terrace on the Green.
- Reception for Kato Sister City Delegation (24-0684)
Civil Service Commission
The Civil Service Commission will first approve the July 18, 2024 meeting minutes (item 24-0686). It will then approve the Entry Level Police Officer Register (item 24-0688) and the Firefighter/Paramedic Register (item 24-0690), each with accompanying EEO statistics forms. No public comments, announcements, or additional reports are scheduled for this meeting.
- Approval of July 18, 2024 Civil Service Commission meeting minutes (24-0686)
- Approval of Entry Level Police Officer Register (24-0688)
- Approval of Firefighter/Paramedic Register (24-0690)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Land Use & Environment Committee
The Land Use & Environment Committee will discuss a recommendation for a commercial building electrification reach code. The body will also receive a briefing on the implementation of Middle Housing Phase 2.
- Commercial Building Electrification Reach Code Recommendation
- Middle Housing Phase 2 Implementation Briefing
City Council
The Olympia City Council will consider several agenda items, including special recognitions, routine consent calendar approvals, and ordinance amendments. Key decisions include authorizing the purchase of twelve patrol vehicles through the state procurement program and approving the bid award for the Fones Road Improvement Project. The council will also vote on an agreement with the City of Tumwater for Mottman Road pedestrian improvements and an amendment to the municipal code for EMS transport cost recovery. Additional items include a resolution supporting decriminalization of entheogen-related activities and a referral to study reparations for descendants of enslaved African people.
- Approval of a resolution authorizing purchase of twelve patrol vehicles (Item 6.B)
- Approval of bid award and related resolutions for the Fones Road Improvement Project (Item 6.A)
- Approval of a resolution authorizing an agreement with the City of Tumwater for Mottman Road pedestrian and street improvements (Item 4.B)
- Approval of an ordinance amending the municipal code to add Chapter OMC 4.39 on EMS transport cost recovery (Item 4.D)
- Special recognition proclamations for Festival of the Steh, Women’s Equality Day, and the 50th anniversary of West Olympia Rotary (Items 2.A‑2.C)
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
Arts Commission
The Olympia Arts Commission will approve minutes from a previous meeting and review recommendations for the Percival Plinth Project Peoples’ Choice Award. The body will also discuss the city's Cultural Events Program and the naming of the Armory.
- Approval of July 11, 2024 meeting minutes
- Review and recommendation for Percival Plinth Project Peoples’ Choice Award
- Update on the City of Olympia’s Cultural Events Program
- Armory Naming Orientation
- Discussion on naming parks and park facilities
Site Plan Review Committee
The Site Plan Review Committee is meeting to conduct a presubmission conference. The session focuses on a specific replacement project at West Bay Marina.
- Presubmission conference for 24-0594 West Bay Marina Replacement at 2100 West Bay Dr NW
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will discuss a periodic update to the Public Participation and Partners Chapter of the Comprehensive Plan. The body will also hold a briefing on the preliminary 2025-2030 Capital Facilities Plan.
- Public Participation and Partners Chapter of the Comprehensive Plan Periodic Update
- Preliminary 2025-2030 Capital Facilities Plan briefing
City Council
The August 5 City Council meeting includes a vote on an ordinance amending Title 4 to add Chapter OMC 4.39 on recovery of costs for basic life support EMS transport. The council will also consider resolutions authorizing agreements with Washington Consolidated Technology Services and the Washington State Department of Enterprise Services to provide fire protection services. Additional items include approval of a budget amendment ordinance, a resolution amending the EMS Advanced Life Support funding agreement with Thurston County, and a proclamation recognizing Overdose Awareness Day.
- Approval of Ordinance amending OMC Title 4, adding Chapter 4.39 on EMS cost recovery (Item 6.B)
- Resolution authorizing Amendment No. 2 to the Intergovernmental EMS Advanced Life Support Funding Agreement with Thurston County (Item 4.B)
- Resolution authorizing an agreement with Washington Consolidated Technology Services to provide fire protection services (Item 4.C)
- Resolution authorizing an agreement with the Washington State Department of Enterprise Services to provide fire protection services (Item 4.D)
- Proclamation recognizing Overdose Awareness Day (Item 2.A)
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
Land Use & Environment Committee
The Land Use & Environment Committee will meet to discuss a briefing on development code updates intended to support urban agriculture. The session includes a review of a draft ordinance and policy recommendations from the Olympia Farmland Workgroup.
- Briefing on Development Code Updates to Support Urban Agriculture (24-0583)
- Review of Draft Ordinance for urban agriculture
- Review of Olympia Farmland Workgroup Policy Recommendations
City Council
The Olympia City Council will consider approving the minutes and bills from the previous meeting, along with several capital projects including road cleanup and pavement markings. The body will also vote on ordinances related to housing, a downtown subarea plan, and budget amendments.
- Approval of Bid Award for Carpenter Road Site Cleanup Action Project
- Approval of Bid Award for 2024 Plastic Pavement Markings Project
- Approval of Ordinance Harmonizing Municipal Code with Missing Middle Housing Ordinance
- Approval of Ordinance Adopting the Capital Mall Triangle Subarea Plan
- Approval of Ordinance Amending Chapter 3.16 for Consistency with State Law
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Design Review Board
The Design Review Board will conduct a project review for the 13th and Cherry Townhomes located at 532 13th Ave SE. The board will evaluate staff reports, design packets, and product specifications.
- Project review: 13th and Cherry Townhomes, 532 13th Ave SE
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Cultural Access Program Advisory Board
The Cultural Access Program Advisory Board will hold a special meeting to conduct board housekeeping. The agenda includes reviewing draft roles, expectations, and rules of procedure.
- Review of June 6, 2024 meeting minutes
- Discussion of advisory board roles and expectations
- Discussion of rules of procedure under OMC 2.100.700
- Review of 2024 CAAB Workplan
- Ad Hoc Committee report on continuous improvement
Arts Commission
The Arts Commission will review an update regarding the Washington State Creative District. The commission will also conduct planning for upcoming meetings.
- Creative District Update
- Arts Commission Meeting Planning
Site Plan Review Committee
The committee will conduct a presubmission conference regarding a project by NW Central Construction Inc located at 1707 Decatur St SW. The meeting includes an agenda review and concludes with adjournment.
- Presubmission conference for NW Central Construction Inc, 1707 Decatur St SW
City Council
The City Council will review multiple ordinances regarding municipal codes, housing, and subarea plans. The meeting also includes the approval of various project bid awards and grant applications.
- Bid award for 6th Avenue Sewer Extension Project
- Bid award for Grass Lake Nature Park Trail Project
- Bid award for 2024 Cure-in-Place Pipe Lining Project
- Ordinance amending Olympia Municipal Code regarding the Independent Salary Commission
- Ordinance adopting the Capital Mall Triangle Subarea Plan
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
PBIA Advisory Board
The board will review advisory board expectations, commitments, and bylaws. The meeting also includes a discussion of the 2024 approved budget, purpose, priorities, and draft work plan.
- Review of Advisory Board Expectations and Commitments, Bylaws, and Ordinance
- Discussion of 2024 Approved Budget and 2024 Draft Work Plan
- Approval of June 05, 2024 PBIA Advisory Board Meeting Minutes
Site Plan Review Committee
The committee will hold presubmission conferences regarding two development projects. These include a warehouse addition at 5014 Harrison Ave NW and a feasibility study for Thai Vo at 2024 Boulevard Rd SE.
- Warehouse addition at 5014 Harrison Ave NW
- Feasibility study for Thai Vo at 2024 Boulevard Rd SE
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee will receive a briefing regarding a Request for Proposal response from the Olympia Arts and Heritage Alliance. This item concerns city-owned property located at 108 State Avenue NE.
- Request for Proposal Response Briefing by the Olympia Arts and Heritage Alliance
- Review of proposals related to 108 State Avenue NE
Community Livability and Public Safety Committee
The Committee will receive a briefing on the Olympia Experiences of Discrimination Report. Members will also hear updates regarding economic development, police outreach services, and the Olympia Sister City Program.
- Experiences of Discrimination in Olympia Report Briefing
- Olympia Police Department Outreach Services Briefing
- Olympia Sister City Program Update (Resolution M-2390)
- Economic Development Update
Heritage Commission
The Heritage Commission will hear a presentation from the Department of Historic and Archaeologic Preservation. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding Charles Mitchell and the National Underground Railroad Network.
- Presentation from Department of Historic and Archaeologic Preservation (DAHP)
- Charles Mitchell, National Underground Railroad Network nomination for Percival Landing Park
Public Meeting
The City Council will hold a listening session to address concerns about vehicle speeds. The discussion focuses on the Capitol Way and Capital Boulevard corridors.
- Listening session for speeding concerns on Capitol Way and Capital Blvd
Social Justice & Equity Commission
The Social Justice & Equity Commission will review draft updates for the Natural Environment and Utilities chapters of the Olympia 2045 Comprehensive Plan. The commission will also conduct an election for the 2024 Commission Chair.
- Olympia 2045 - Natural Environment Chapter of the City of Olympia Comprehensive Plan Update
- Olympia 2045 - Utilities Chapter of the City of Olympia Comprehensive Plan Update
- Social Justice and Equity Commission Chair Election 2024
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Land Use & Environment Committee
The Land Use & Environment Committee will review updates regarding the Missing Middle Housing Ordinance. The meeting also includes a report on code enforcement.
- Missing Middle Housing Ordinance Updates
- Code Enforcement Update
Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee
The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee will review draft edits for the Comprehensive Plan's Natural Environment Chapter. The meeting also includes a briefing on the 2023 Capital Asset Management Program (CAMP) and discussion of RCO Grant Applications.
- Comprehensive Plan - Natural Environment Chapter Recommendation
- Capital Asset Management Program (CAMP) Briefing
- RCO Grant Applications - Letters of Support
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will review several consent calendar items including lease and funding agreements for Quince Street Village and Franz-Anderson Tiny Home Village. The meeting also includes a public hearing regarding the PRICE grant application.
- Bid award for 2024 Pavement Preservation (Chip Seal) Project
- Resolution to reject all bids and re-advertise the Fones Road Project
- Lease and funding agreements with Catholic Community Services for Quince Street Village
- Lease and funding agreements with Olympia Mutual Aid Partners for Franz-Anderson Tiny Home Village
- Option to purchase real property from JJP Group, LLC for future shelter and housing
🗳️ How they voted (14 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will review proposed chapters for the Olympia 2045 Comprehensive Plan update. Discussions include the Utilities Chapter and the Natural Environment Chapter, as well as transportation and low-traffic neighborhoods.
- Olympia 2045 - Utilities Chapter of the City of Olympia Comprehensive Plan Update
- Olympia 2045 - Natural Environment Chapter of the City of Olympia Comprehensive Plan Update
- Transportation and Low-Traffic Neighborhoods Discussion
Finance Committee
The committee will review the 2025 operating budget process and a funding request from the Olympia Downtown Alliance. Members will also discuss potential funding sources for Olympia Strong initiatives.
- 2025 Operating Budget Process spotlight
- Olympia Downtown Alliance Downtown Vibrancy Funding Request discussion
- Olympia Strong Initiatives potential funding sources discussion
- 2024 Workplan Update
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The City Council is holding a special meeting for its mid-year retreat. The agenda consists of roll call, other business related to the retreat, and adjournment.
- City Council Mid-Year Retreat (24-0504)
Design Review Board
The Design Review Board will conduct project reviews for two specific cases. These include Case 24-0496 regarding The Cottage Apartments and Case 24-0497 regarding Legion & Jefferson.
- Project review: The Cottage Apartments (Case 24-0496, 24-1554)
- Project review: Legion & Jefferson (Case 24-0497, 24-1901)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Arts Commission
The Arts Commission will review several business items including an overview of ARCH in Olympia. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding the Armory update and the Olympia Creative Campus Concept Plan 2022.
- Arts Commissioner Meet and Greet
- ARCH in Olympia Overview
- Armory Update
- Olympia Creative Campus Concept Plan 2022
City Council
The City Council will hold a study session to discuss recommendations for community oversight of law enforcement. The session also includes a discussion regarding the Capital Mall Triangle Subarea Plan.
- Community Oversight of Law Enforcement Recommendations Discussion
- Capital Mall Triangle Subarea Plan Discussion
Social Justice & Equity Commission
The Social Justice & Equity Commission will hold a study session regarding community oversight of law enforcement. The discussion includes draft recommendations, implementation considerations, and a benchmarking report.
- Discussion of Community Oversight of Law Enforcement Recommendations
Sea Level Rise Response Collaborative-Executive Committee
The Executive Committee will review updates regarding funding, governance, and plan implementation. The committee will also consider an extension for the 2025 administrative support costs budget deadline.
- Funding and Governance Evaluation Update (24-0476)
- Olympia Sea Level Rise Response Plan Implementation Update (24-0477)
- Extension to the 2025 Sea Level Rise Collaborative Administrative Support Costs Budget Deadline (24-0478)
Land Use & Environment Committee
The Land Use & Environment Committee will hold an executive committee meeting regarding the Sea Level Rise Response Collaborative. The agenda consists of a single business item for discussion.
- Sea Level Rise Response Collaborative-Executive Committee Meeting (24-0498)
Cultural Access Program Advisory Board
The Advisory Board will meet online to discuss program administration and retreat planning. The agenda also includes an Open Public Meetings Act training video and the approval of May 2, 2024, meeting minutes.
- Approval of May 2, 2024 Cultural Access Advisory Board Meeting Minutes
- Open Public Meetings Act Training Video
- Update on Program Administration
- Retreat Planning and Preparation
Utility Advisory Committee
The committee will review city-wide budget drivers and preparation for the 2025 budget. Staff will also discuss the re-issuance of the NPDES Municipal Stormwater Permit for 2024-2029.
- City-wide Budget Drivers and Budget Prep for 2025
- NPDES Municipal Stormwater Permit 2024-2029 Re-Issuance
PBIA Advisory Board
The PBIA Advisory Board will meet via Zoom to conduct administrative business. The agenda includes a review of the 2024 Work Plan and a proposed change to in-person meetings.
- Approval of May 01, 2024 meeting minutes
- Administrative Update regarding OMC 3.62
- Proposed change to in-person meetings
- Approval of 2024 Work Plan
Site Plan Review Committee
The Site Plan Review Committee will conduct a presubmission conference regarding a project at 3519 Martin Way E. The meeting includes a review of the preliminary site plan and narrative description for the 7 Eleven location.
- Presubmission conference: 7 Eleven, 3519 Martin Way E (24-0463)
Civil Service Commission
The Civil Service Commission will meet to approve several employment registers. The agenda includes proposed changes to the Olympia Fire Department Assistant Fire Chief classification specification.
- Approval of Olympia Fire Department Assistant Fire Marshal/Captain Register
- Approval of Entry-Level Firefighter Register
- Approval of Entry Level Police Officer Register
- Proposed OFD Assistant Fire Chief classification specification changes
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will consider several resolutions regarding cooperative procurement and mutual aid agreements. The meeting includes a public hearing on the 2024 Draft Annual Action Plan for the Community Development Block Grant Program.
- Public Hearing: Community Development Block Grant Program Year 2024 Draft Annual Action Plan
- Ordinance: Amending Olympia Municipal Code related to required notice for relocation assistance
- Resolution: Agreement with Thurston County for Anti-Icing Salt Brine
- Resolution: Agreement with Washington State Department of Enterprise Services for cooperative procurement
- Resolution: Funding recommendation for Inspire Olympia
🗳️ How they voted (11 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will review a working draft of the Comprehensive Plan Transportation Chapter. The commission will also select members for the Capital Facilities Finance Subcommittee.
- Comprehensive Plan Draft Transportation Chapter Review
- Capital Facilities Finance Subcommittee Selection
Site Plan Review Committee
The committee is conducting presubmission conferences for two development projects. These include a parking lot development and a site redevelopment.
- Parking Lot Development at 509 McPhee Rd SW (24-0438)
- Site Redevelopment at 2420 Carriage Lp SW (24-0439)
Design Review Board
The Design Review Board will conduct a project review for the Royal Street Apartments. The meeting includes a review of staff reports, design checklists, and plant material details.
- Project Review: Royal Street Apartments (Case 24-0448, 23-6265)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Site Plan Review Committee
The committee is conducting presubmission conferences for two development projects. These include a building remodel at 1209 State Ave NE and the Fieldstone Apartments at 3909 9th Ave SW.
- Building Remodel: 1209 State Ave NE
- Fieldstone Apartments: 3909 9th Ave SW
Community Livability and Public Safety Committee
The Committee will review recommendations for community oversight of law enforcement. Members will also discuss the 2024 Community Development Block Grant Annual Action Plan and Inspire Olympia funding.
- Community oversight of law enforcement recommendations
- Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program Year 2024 Annual Action Plan allocations
- Inspire Olympia funding recommendation
- Discussion of Equity Framework update
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Social Justice & Equity Commission
The Social Justice & Equity Commission will hold a special meeting to discuss item 24-0442. This discussion focuses on the Community Oversight of Law Enforcement Recommendations.
- Discussion of Community Oversight of Law Enforcement Recommendations (24-0442)
City Council
The City Council will consider a resolution to apply for a Heritage Capital Projects Grant for the Armory Creative Campus. The agenda also includes an update on the Neighborhood Centers Strategy and a first reading of an ordinance regarding relocation assistance notice requirements.
- Resolution authorizing a grant application for the Armory Creative Campus
- Ordinance amending code for relocation assistance notice requirements
- Update on the Olympia Neighborhood Centers Strategy
- Approval of details for the Mid-Year City Council Retreat
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will receive a briefing regarding the Olympia 2045 Comprehensive Plan Climate Chapter. The meeting also includes an overview of the City's planning and development process. Additionally, the commission will consider approving minutes from the May 6, 2024, meeting.
- Briefing on Olympia 2045 Comprehensive Plan Climate Chapter
- Overview of City of Olympia Community Planning and Development process
- Approval of May 6, 2024, meeting minutes
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee will discuss long-term budget sustainability and receive a briefing on cost allocations. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the April 22, 2024, meeting.
- Long-term Budget Sustainability Discussion
- Cost Allocations Briefing
- Approval of April 22, 2024, Finance Committee Meeting Minutes
Social Justice & Equity Commission
The commission will discuss the Olympia 2045 process and provide feedback on specific chapters. Presentations are scheduled regarding Parks, Arts and Recreation, as well as the Economy. The meeting also includes approval of April 22, 2024 minutes.
- Feedback on Olympia 2045 chapters
- Parks, Arts and Recreation presentation
- Economy presentation
- Approval of April 22, 2024 meeting minutes
Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee
The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee will receive a briefing regarding the Rebecca Howard Park Master Plan RFQ. The meeting also includes a briefing on pickleball noise guidelines.
- Rebecca Howard Park Master Plan- RFQ briefing
- Pickleball Noise Guidelines briefing
Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee
The Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee will meet to approve recent minutes, orient new members, and review a staff working draft of the Transportation Chapter for Olympia’s Comprehensive Plan. The agenda does not list any final votes or binding decisions; it focuses on reviewing proposed changes and receiving housekeeping reports. The committee’s work on this chapter outlines future walking and cycling infrastructure plans that affect local street projects and daily travel access.
- Review of the draft Transportation Chapter for Olympia’s Comprehensive Plan
- Approval of March 20, 2024 meeting minutes
- New member orientation session
- Housekeeping report and May work plan distribution
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a resolution to adopt fees for redacting body worn camera footage. The meeting also includes a briefing on the 2023 Police Auditor Annual Report.
- Public hearing and resolution to adopt fees for redacting body worn camera footage
- Briefing of the 2023 Police Auditor Annual Report
- Ordinance to amend Olympia Municipal Code Chapter 2.05 regarding the Independent Salary Commission
- Proclamation recognizing the 40th Anniversary of the Women's Olympic Trials
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
LEOFF I Disability Board
The board is meeting to approve the minutes from the April 8, 2024, meeting. The agenda also includes consideration of Case #24-5 regarding durable medical equipment.
- Approval of April 8, 2024, LEOFF Board Minutes (24-0423)
- Review of Case #24-5 regarding durable medical equipment (24-0424)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Arts Commission
The Arts Commission will meet to review the final design for public art at Grass Lake Nature Park. The agenda also includes an overview of ARCH in Olympia and training regarding the Open Public Meetings Act.
- Approval of the Grass Lake Nature Park Public Art Final Design
- ARCH in Olympia Overview
- Open Public Meetings Act Training
Site Plan Review Committee
The Site Plan Review Committee will conduct a presubmission conference regarding a cottage housing project. The meeting includes a review of preliminary site plans and project narratives.
- Presubmission conference for cottage housing at 2401 Conger Ave NW (Case 24-0325)
City Council
The City Council will review several multi-family tax exemption agreements for Urban Olympia development projects. The agenda also includes mutual aid agreements for fire and emergency services with state and federal agencies. Additionally, the council will consider ordinances regarding a municipal code update and an art donation.
- Multi-family tax exemption agreements for Urban Olympia 11A, 12, and 10a LLC
- Contract amendment with Western Peterbilt, LLC for six waste collection trucks
- Mutual aid agreement with US Army, Joint Base Lewis-McChord for fire and emergency services
- Right-of-way use agreement with Oyster Boys, LLC for King Solomon’s Reef
- Ordinance to accept "Life is Water" art donation from West Olympia Rotary Club
🗳️ How they voted (15 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will review an update to the Olympia Neighborhood Centers Strategy. This item includes examining neighborhood profiles, market analysis, and a summary of findings from 2014.
- Neighborhood Centers Strategy update (24-0391)
- Approval of April 15, 2024, meeting minutes (24-0389)
Cultural Access Program Advisory Board
The Cultural Access Program Advisory Board will review the 2024 Review Panel members and cohort summary information. The meeting includes a discussion on Inspire Olympia funding recommendations.
- Inspire Olympia Funding Recommendation
Utility Advisory Committee
The Utility Advisory Committee will receive a briefing on the state of the LOTT Clean Water Alliance. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding updates to the Utilities and Natural Environment chapters of the City's Comprehensive Plan.
- Briefing on the state of LOTT Clean Water Alliance
- Update to the Utilities and Natural Environment chapters of the City Comprehensive Plan
City Council
The Olympia City Council is holding a special joint meeting with the Olympia School District Board. The agenda contains one business item regarding this joint session.
- Joint Meeting with the Olympia School District Board
PBIA Advisory Board
This agenda consists primarily of routine administrative and procedural items. The PBIA Advisory Board will approve minutes, hear public comment, and discuss the 2024 work plan alongside scheduling logistics. No specific ordinances, contracts, or budget allocations are scheduled for action.
- Discuss the 2024 PBIA Work Plan
- Scheduling and logistics check-in for committee rules and roles
- Approval of March 6 meeting minutes
Site Plan Review Committee
The Site Plan Review Committee will conduct a presubmission conference regarding the BHR Apartments project. The meeting includes a review of the preliminary site plan and narrative description for the property located at 2104 State Ave NE.
- Presubmission conference: 24-0357 BHR Apartments, 2104 State Ave NE
Metropolitan Park District Advisory Committee
The Advisory Committee will elect a Chair and Vice Chair for the upcoming term. The meeting includes a briefing on Washington State Auditor’s Office financial and accountability audits for 2021-2022 and preparation of a compliance report regarding 2023 funding levels.
- Election of OMPD Advisory Committee Chair and Vice Chair
- Preparation of 2023 Interlocal Agreement Compliance Report regarding funding levels
- Briefing on Washington State Auditor’s Office OMPD Financial & Accountability Audits for 2021-2022
- Open Public Meetings Act (OPMA) Training
Arts Commission
The Arts Commission will hold a meeting featuring special recognition for the Art Crossing dedication. A quorum may be present at the dedication site.
- Art Crossing dedication (24-0399)
City Council
The City Council is conducting a study session to review several ongoing city projects. Discussions include updates on the Olympia Armory Creative Campus and the Police Department Strategic Plan.
- Olympia Armory Creative Campus Project Update
- Artesian Market Discussion
- Olympia Police Department Strategic Plan and Comprehensive Study Update
Metropolitan Park District Board
The Board will meet to conduct administrative business including the election of officers. The agenda also includes the appointment of a Citizen Advisory Committee member and approval of the 2024 advisory committee work plan.
- Election of Olympia Metropolitan Park District Officers
- Appointment of Citizen Advisory Committee Member
- Approval of 2024 Olympia Metropolitan Park District Advisory Committee Work Plan
- Approval of November 21, 2023 meeting minutes
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Land Use & Environment Committee
The committee will discuss proposed changes to the Parking Program, specifically regarding hours expansion and financial impact. Additionally, members will receive an update on the Draft Olympia Neighborhood Centers Strategy.
- Proposed Changes to the Parking Program briefing
- Update on the Draft Olympia Neighborhood Centers Strategy
- Approval of February 21, 2024, meeting minutes
Site Plan Review Committee
The Site Plan Review Committee is conducting a presubmission conference regarding a cottage housing project. The discussion involves the preliminary site plan and narrative description for the property located at 2401 Conger Ave NW.
- Presubmission conference: Cottage Housing, 2401 Conger Ave NW
Community Livability and Public Safety Committee
The Committee will review the 2023 Olympia Downtown Alliance Annual Report. Members will also receive an update regarding a draft petition for Creative District recertification.
- 2023 Olympia Downtown Alliance Annual Report
- Draft Petition for Creative District Recertification Letter
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee will hold a special meeting to discuss long-term budget sustainability and fund balances. The committee will also receive briefings on the status of facilities, capital projects, and transportation funding.
- Long-term Budget Sustainability Discussion
- Facilities Condition and Capital Project Status Briefing
- Transportation Capital Project Funding Status Briefing
- Waste Resources Facility Update
- Fund Balance Above Policy Discussion
Social Justice & Equity Commission
The Social Justice & Equity Commission will discuss feedback regarding the Equity Framework for Planning update. The commission is also scheduled to consider community oversight of law enforcement recommendations and comments intended for the City Council regarding the 2023 Police Auditor Annual Report.
- Discussion of the Equity Framework Update Feedback
- Approval of Community Oversight of Law Enforcement Recommendations
- Discussion of Commission comments to City Council regarding the 2023 Police Auditor Annual Report
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee
The committee will review the 2023 OPARD performance measures and a Placer.ai report regarding park usage. The agenda also includes Open Public Meetings Act training and a member reappointment for the Olympia Metropolitan Park District Advisory Committee.
- Review of 2023 OPARD Performance Measures and Park Usage Metrics
- Reappointment of an Olympia Metropolitan Park District Advisory Committee Member
- Briefing on Armory and Yelm Hwy Community Park Bond
- Briefing on Rebecca Howard Park
- Briefing on Pickleball Noise
City Council
The Olympia City Council will review ordinances regarding renter protections and engineering design standards. The council is also considering grant applications for Yelm Highway Community Park and LBA Park baseball fields. Additionally, the agenda includes a briefing on parking strategy.
- Ordinance amending municipal code for renter protections and relocation assistance
- Master permit for Ziply Fiber
- Grant applications for Yelm Highway Community Park Phase I and LBA Park baseball fields
- First quarter budget amendment ordinance
- Briefing on the city parking strategy
🗳️ How they voted (15 roll-call votes)
Civil Service Commission
The Commission will meet to review and approve several employment registers. These include lists for entry-level police officers, firefighters/paramedics, and lateral firefighters.
- Approval of Entry Level Police Officer Register
- Approval of Firefighter/Paramedic Register
- Approval of Lateral Firefighter Register
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold deliberations regarding the Capital Mall Triangle Subarea Plan. The agenda also includes approval of the April 1, 2024, meeting minutes and a period for public comment.
- Deliberations on the Capital Mall Triangle Subarea Plan (24-0309)
- Approval of April 1, 2024, meeting minutes
Committee of the Chairs
The Committee of the Chairs will meet to discuss upcoming business. The agenda includes preparations for a mid-year retreat.
- 24-0332 Mid-Year Retreat Preparations
Social Justice & Equity Commission
The Social Justice & Equity Commission will hold a special meeting to conduct a work session regarding item 24-0319, Community Oversight of Law Enforcement.
- Community Oversight of Law Enforcement Large Group Work Session (24-0319)
Design Review Board
The Design Review Board will conduct a project review for Dickerson Commercial. The board will also discuss Buddy System reviews and the onboarding of new members.
- Project review: Dickerson Commercial (24-0306 Case, 24-1043)
- Buddy System reviews and new member onboarding
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Utility Advisory Committee
The committee will review an overview of the Catch Basin Sediment Analysis Project. Discussion also includes Budd Inlet and Deschutes River and Tributaries TMDLs.
- Catch Basin Sediment Analysis Project Overview
- Budd Inlet and Deschutes and Tributaries TMDLs
Arts Commission
The Arts Commission will review an update on the Olympia Indie Music History Project. The meeting also includes a public hearing regarding the Grass Lake Nature Park Public Art Concept Design.
- Update on Olympia Indie Music History Project
- Public Hearing: Grass Lake Nature Park Public Art Concept Design
Site Plan Review Committee
The Site Plan Review Committee will hold a presubmission conference regarding the Berry Street House project. The meeting includes a review of preliminary site plans and vicinity maps for the lot located at 1919 Berry St NE.
- Presubmission conference for Berry Street House (1919 Berry St NE)
City Council
The City Council will review several items including appointments to various advisory boards and commissions. The agenda includes resolutions for fire engine purchases, water quality land acquisition, and utility agreements.
- Purchase of 1219 Boundary Street SE for aquatic habitat protection and flood management
- Purchase agreement with Hughes Fire Equipment, Inc. for two Pierce Velocity Triple Combination Pumper fire engines
- Agreement with LOTT Clean Water Alliance for public health emergency support and funding
- Ordinance amending the first quarter budget
- Ordinance granting a master permit to Ziply Fiber
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
LEOFF I Disability Board
The LEOFF I Disability Board will meet to approve February minutes and review one dental disability claim case (#24-4). The agenda contains standard procedural items with no additional public hearings, budget changes, or contracts listed.
- Approval of February 12, 2024 board minutes
- Review and vote on Case #24-4 dental request
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Community Livability and Public Safety Committee
This special meeting includes an interview regarding advisory committee 24-0288. The committee will also receive reports and updates.
- Advisory Committee Interview 24-0288
Site Plan Review Committee
The Site Plan Review Committee is conducting a presubmission conference regarding the Lassen Building. The discussion involves a preliminary site plan and narrative description for the property located at 301 Capitol Way N.
- Presubmission conference: Lassen Building, 301 Capitol Way N
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding the Capital Mall Triangle Subarea Plan. The meeting also includes approval of previous meeting minutes and a period for public comment.
- Public hearing: Capital Mall Triangle Subarea Plan
Community Livability and Public Safety Committee
The Community Livability and Public Safety Committee will conduct interviews for the advisory committee. The meeting includes a call to order, roll call, and the scheduled interview process.
- Advisory Committee Interviews (24-0244)
Community Livability and Public Safety Committee
The committee will meet with several advisory committee and commission chairs. The discussion includes reviewing the 2024 work plans for boards such as the Arts Commission, Heritage Commission, and Planning.
- 2024 Arts Commission Work Plan
- 2024 BPAC Work Plan
- 2024 CAAB Work Plan
- 2024 Heritage Commission Work Plan
- 2024 Planning Work Plan
City Council
The City Council will hold a study session regarding urban agriculture. The session includes briefings on the Urban Farm Park Feasibility Study and food security.
- Urban Farm Park Feasibility Study Briefing (24-0252)
- Food Security and Urban Agriculture Briefing (24-0263)
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee will discuss long-term budget sustainability and receive a briefing on the Fire Apparatus Reserve/Funding Plan. The meeting also includes a review of the Reserve Policy.
- Long-term Budget Sustainability Discussion (24-0253)
- Fire Apparatus Reserve/Funding Plan Briefing (24-0254)
- Reserve Policy Review (24-0255)
Social Justice & Equity Commission
The Commission will consider authorizing its Chairs to sign a letter requesting federal funding for Olympia Police Department body and in-vehicle cameras. The meeting also includes an update on law enforcement oversight and a presentation on the Equity Framework Update. Additionally, members will discuss the Experiences of Discrimination in Olympia report.
- Authorization for letter requesting federal funding for police body and in-vehicle cameras
- Update on Community Oversight of Law Enforcement Engagement
- Presentation on Equity Framework Update
- Discussion on Experiences of Discrimination in Olympia report
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee
The committee will review briefings regarding the Capital Mall Triangle Subarea Plan public outreach and the Urban Farm Park Feasibility Study. The meeting also includes a report from the Olympia Metropolitan Parks Advisory Board.
- Capital Mall Triangle Subarea Plan briefing
- Urban Farm Park Feasibility Study briefing and discussion
- Olympia Metropolitan Parks Advisory Board report
Site Plan Review Committee
The Site Plan Review Committee will hold a presubmission conference regarding the Solen project located at 1711 4th Ave E. The meeting includes a review of preliminary site plans and narrative descriptions.
- Presubmission conference for 24-0227 Solen, 1711 4th Ave E
Community Livability and Public Safety Committee
The Community Livability and Public Safety Committee is holding a special meeting. The primary business involves conducting an interview schedule for advisory committees.
- Advisory Committee Interviews (24-0243)
Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee
The Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee will review several planning briefings. Discussions include the Capital Mall Triangle Subarea Plan, a Street Safety Plan, and updates to the Transportation Chapter of the Comprehensive Plan.
- Capital Mall Triangle Subarea Plan and Environmental Impact Statement Briefing
- Street Safety Plan Briefing
- Transportation Chapter Comprehensive Plan Briefing
- 2024 work plan draft
Civil Service Commission
The Civil Service Commission will review updates for the 2024 OFD entry-level process. The meeting also includes consideration of the Assistant Fire Chief Register and EEO statistics.
- 2024 OFD Entry Level Process Updates
- Approval of Assistant Fire Chief Register and EEO Stats
- Approval of January 26, 2024 meeting minutes
- Approval of February 20, 2024 meeting minutes
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding renter protections and relocation assistance. The agenda also includes ordinances to adopt updated building codes and revise fees for engineering, building, and land use permits.
- Public hearing on renter protections and relocation assistance
- Ordinance adopting updated International Building Codes
- Ordinance revising fees for engineering, building, and land use permits
- Briefing on automated license plate reader cameras implementation plan
- Amending development standards for Evergreen Park Planned Unit Development
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a briefing regarding the Capital Mall Triangle Subarea Plan. Commissioners will also conduct deliberations on the Olympia 2045 Economy Chapter update of the Olympia Comprehensive Plan.
- Capital Mall Triangle Subarea Plan briefing
- Olympia 2045 - Economy Chapter update of the Olympia Comprehensive Plan deliberations
Community Livability and Public Safety Committee
This special meeting of the Community Livability and Public Safety Committee focuses on conducting interviews for advisory committee positions under item 24-0242. The agenda also includes standard procedural items such as call to order and roll call.
- Advisory Committee Interviews (24-0242)
Arts Commission
The Arts Commission will review the Inspire Olympia Cultural Access Funding Program update. The body is also scheduled to consider approval of the 2024-2025 Arts Commission Work Plan and Municipal Art Plan.
- Inspire Olympia Cultural Access Funding Program Update
- Approval of 2024-2025 Arts Commission Work Plan
- Approval of 2024-2025 Municipal Art Plan
Social Justice & Equity Commission
The Social Justice & Equity Commission will hold a special subcommittee meeting. The primary business item is a discussion regarding the 2023 Draft Police Auditor Annual Report.
- Discussion of 24-0220: 2023 Draft Police Auditor Annual Report
Utility Advisory Committee
The committee will review the 2023 year-end utilities financial update and a street sweeping program update. Members will also discuss the NPDES annual report and draft 2024 Stormwater Management Program Plan. Additionally, the committee aims to finalize its 2024-2025 work plan.
- 2023 Year-End Utilities Financial Update
- Street Sweeping Program Update
- 2023 NPDES Annual Report and draft 2024 Stormwater Management Program Plan
- Finalizing the 2024-2025 Utility Advisory Committee Work Plan
PBIA Advisory Board
The PBIA Advisory Board will receive an update regarding the Downtown Improvement District. The meeting also includes a report from the Nomination Committee for upcoming elections and a briefing on the 2024 Board Retreat.
- Update on Downtown Improvement District
- Nomination Committee Report for Upcoming Elections
- Briefing on 2024 Board Retreat
City Council
The Olympia City Council and the Squaxin Island Tribal Council will hold their annual joint meeting. The provided agenda does not list specific topics for discussion or decisions to be made.
- Annual Joint Meeting with the Squaxin Island Tribal Council
City Council
The City Council will consider several ordinances regarding updated building codes and revised permit fees. The agenda also includes a public hearing for a Ziply Fiber master use permit and various contract approvals.
- Bid award for the Boulevard Road Trail Crossing and Bike Corridor Project
- 2024 Neighborhood Matching Grants Awards
- Ordinance adopting updated International Building Codes
- Ordinance revising fees for engineering, building, land use permits, and plan review
- Public hearing for Ziply Fiber Master Use Permit
🗳️ How they voted (13 roll-call votes)
Sea Level Rise Response Collaborative-Executive Committee
The Executive Committee will meet to conduct administrative business regarding sea level rise response. The agenda includes the election of officers and an update on the 2024 workplan.
- Election of Officers (24-0183)
- Update on 2024 Sea Level Rise Collaborative Workplan (24-0184)
- Approval of December 1, 2023 meeting minutes (24-0006)
Heritage Commission
The Heritage Commission agenda for February 28, 2024, includes discussions regarding the 2024 draft work plan. The meeting also covers planning for Heritage Month and awards. The document notes no quorum.
- Discussion of 2024 Work Plan (24-0189)
- Planning for Heritage Month and Awards in 2024 (24-0190)
- Approval of January 24, 2024 meeting minutes (24-0188)
Site Plan Review Committee
The Site Plan Review Committee will conduct a presubmission conference regarding the 7th Ave Cottage Community project. The discussion involves a site plan and narrative description for the property located at 1937 7th Ave SE.
- Presubmission conference: 7th Ave Cottage Community, 1937 7th Ave SE
Community Livability and Public Safety Committee
The Committee will receive a briefing regarding an Automated License Plate Reader Cameras grant award. Members will also discuss the recruitment process for advisory boards and the selection of members for the City Council’s Independent Salary Commission.
- Automated License Plate Reader Cameras Grant Award Briefing
- Advisory Committee Recruitment Process Update
- Preparation for Annual Meeting with Advisory Committee Chairs
- Recruiting and selecting members for the Independent Salary Commission
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The City Council will hold a study session to review the 24-0178 Hearing Examiner Report. This report provides a summary of cases from 2023.
- Summary of 2023 Hearing Examiner cases (Report 24-0178)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding the Olympia 2045 Economy Chapter update of the Olympia Comprehensive Plan. The commission will also conduct deliberations on the Parks, Arts and Recreation Chapter update and review the draft 2024-2025 work plan.
- Public Hearing: Olympia 2045 - Economy Chapter update of the Olympia Comprehensive Plan
- Deliberations: Comprehensive Plan Update Parks, Arts and Recreation Chapter
- Review of Draft 2024-2025 Planning Commission Work Plan
Social Justice & Equity Commission
The Commission will review the Olympia Experiences of Discrimination Report and receive an update on the Community Oversight of Law Enforcement Process. Members are also scheduled to consider the 2024-25 Social Justice and Equity Commission Work Plan.
- Review of Olympia Experiences of Discrimination Report
- Update on the Community Oversight of Law Enforcement Process
- Approval of the 2024-25 Social Justice and Equity Commission Work Plan
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Design Review Board
The Design Review Board will conduct project reviews for two developments. The agenda includes a concept design review for the Franz Anderson Phase I project and a review of the Royal Street Apartments.
- Franz Anderson Phase I (Case 24-0165)
- Royal Street Apartments (Case 24-0166)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Site Plan Review Committee
The Site Plan Review Committee is conducting a presubmission conference regarding the 505 Union Studio Apartments project at 505 Union Ave SE. The review includes preliminary site plans and narrative descriptions.
- Presubmission conference for 505 Union Studio Apartments (24-0151)
Land Use & Environment Committee
The Land Use & Environment Committee will receive briefings on the Olympia 2045 Comprehensive Plan Update and an Affordable Homeownership Study. The committee will also review a requested code amendment regarding drive-throughs in mixed-use developments along downtown entry corridors.
- Olympia 2045: Comprehensive Plan Update briefing
- Code amendment recommendation for drive-throughs in mixed-use developments
- Affordable Homeownership Study briefing
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Civil Service Commission
The Civil Service Commission will meet to conduct business regarding the city. The agenda includes a discussion of the 24-0177 Lateral Firefighter Hiring Process.
- 24-0177 Lateral Firefighter Hiring Process
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee will review recommendations for the City Debt Policy and the 2024 Olympia Investment Policy. The meeting also includes a budget snapshot regarding banking and a discussion on long-term budget sustainability.
- City Debt Policy Recommendation
- 2024 Olympia Investment Policy
- Budget Snapshot - Banking
- Long-term Budget Sustainability Discussion
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will review several resolutions regarding regional cooperation and infrastructure. This includes agreements for housing land capacity analysis and climate mitigation initiatives with neighboring cities. The council will also consider a loan agreement for a wastewater lift station replacement.
- Regional Housing Land Capacity Analysis agreement with surrounding Thurston County cities
- Adoption of the Hazards Mitigation Plan for the Thurston Region and Olympia Annex
- 2024 Thurston Climate Mitigation Collaborative Regional Initiatives agreement
- Loan agreement with the Department of Ecology for a wastewater lift station replacement
- Approval of the 2024 Plinth Project Sculptures for Exhibition
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The commission will hold deliberations on the draft Parks, Arts and Recreation Chapter for the Comprehensive Plan Update. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding the draft 2024-2025 Planning Commission Work Plan.
- Deliberations on the Parks, Arts and Recreation Chapter of the Comprehensive Plan Update
- Discussion of the draft 2024-2025 Planning Commission Work Plan
- Approval of January 22, 2024, meeting minutes
LEOFF I Disability Board
The LEOFF I Disability Board will elect its 2024 Chair and Vice Chair. The board is also scheduled to consider hearing aid and dental requests, along with updates to the Long Term Care Policy.
- Election of 2024 Chair and Vice Chair
- Hearing aid request (Case #24-1)
- Dental requests (Cases #24-2 and #24-3)
- Updates to Long Term Care Policy
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Arts Commission
The Arts Commission will review the 2024-2025 Arts Commission Work Plan and Municipal Art Plan. The meeting also includes a recommendation for a new Arts Commissioner and a recommendation for the Percival Plinth Project.
- 2024-2025 Arts Commission Work Plan and Municipal Art Plan
- New Arts Commissioner Recommendation
- Percival Plinth Project Recommendation
Site Plan Review Committee
The committee will review proposed amendments to the Site Plan Review Committee Rules of Procedure. No project reviews or presubmission conferences are scheduled for this meeting.
- Proposed amendments to the Site Plan Review Committee Rules of Procedure (24-0123)
City Council
The City Council will review several consent calendar items including property sales, contract approvals, and maintenance repairs. The meeting also includes special recognitions for Black History Month and Immigrant Advocacy Day.
- Proclamation recognizing Black History Month
- Proclamation recognizing Immigrant Advocacy Day
- Resolution authorizing a grant application to the NOAA Climate Resilience Regional Challenge Grant
- Resolution authorizing roof repairs at the City’s Maintenance Center
- Resolution approving an amendment to the City Manager’s employment agreement
🗳️ How they voted (11 roll-call votes)
Cultural Access Program Advisory Board
The board will review and approve the January 4, 2024 meeting minutes. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding the approval of the 2024 Work Plan.
- Approval of January 4, 2024 meeting minutes
- 2024 Work Plan Approval
Utility Advisory Committee
The committee will review the Utilities Chapter of the City of Olympia Comprehensive Plan Update. Discussion includes the Natural Environment Chapter and a draft of the 2024-2025 UAC Work Plan.
- Utilities Chapter of the City of Olympia Comprehensive Plan Update
- Comprehensive Plan Periodic Update - Natural Environment Chapter
- Review Draft 2024-2025 Work Plan
Site Plan Review Committee
The committee will review site plans for Water Street Condos and Lansdale Pointe Apartments to provide recommendations to the Director. The agenda also includes presubmission conferences for Coach Post Mobile Home Park and Habitat for Humanity - Oly Cottages.
- Water Street Condos project review
- Lansdale Pointe Apartments at 911 Burr Rd SE LOT
- Coach Post Mobile Home Park presubmission conference at 3633 7th Ave SW SITE
- Habitat for Humanity - Oly Cottages presubmission conference at 2502 8th Ave SE
- Proposed amendments to Site Plan Review Committee Rules of Procedure
City Council
The City Council will conduct a roll call and address one business item. This item involves the Olympia Downtown Association Annual Meeting.
- Olympia Downtown Association Annual Meeting
Cultural Access Program Advisory Board
This special meeting is being held to establish a potential quorum for the Cultural Access Advisory Board. The provided agenda contains no specific items for discussion or decision.
- Possible quorum of the Cultural Access Advisory Board
Social Justice & Equity Commission
The Social Justice & Equity Commission is holding a special meeting to conduct a large group work session. The discussion focuses on community oversight of law enforcement.
- Community Oversight of Law Enforcement Large Group Work Session
Civil Service Commission
The Civil Service Commission will meet to conduct business regarding city staff and public safety roles. Items include an appointment for the Civil Service Secretary/Chief Examiner and the approval of the Entry Level Police Officer Register.
- Civil Service Secretary/Chief Examiner Appointment
- Approval of Entry Level Police Officer Register
- OFD Assistant Fire Chief Testing Process
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Design Review Board
The Design Review Board will conduct a project review for Case 24-0085 regarding Habitat for Humanity Boulevard Road. The meeting includes a review of the staff report, applicant narrative, and plan sets.
- Project Review: Case 24-0085 (Habitat for Humanity Boulevard Road)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Land Use & Environment Committee
The Committee will hold a briefing regarding renter protections, including relocation assistance and information on junk fees. The meeting also includes a review of the draft 2024 Land Use and Environment Committee Work Plan.
- Renter Protections Briefing (24-0071)
- Review of Draft 2024 Committee Work Plan (24-0074)
- Discussion on relocation assistance draft language
- Information regarding HUD memo and reports on junk fees
Heritage Commission
The Heritage Commission will review the 2024 draft work plan and long range plan. The commission is also considering a nomination for the Wynstra House at 907 Percival St SW to be added to the Olympia Heritage Register.
- Olympia Heritage Register Nomination for the Wynstra House at 907 Percival St SW
- Discussion of 2024 Work Plan and draft long range plan
- Planning for Heritage Month and Awards in 2024
Community Livability and Public Safety Committee
The Committee will review the 2024 Community Livability and Public Safety Committee Work Plan. Discussion items include an update on advisory committee recruitment, a community engagement briefing, and an Olympia Fire Department overview.
- Approval of the 2024 Community Livability and Public Safety Committee Work Plan
- Update on Advisory Committee Recruitment Process
- Fostering Connection & Belonging Community Engagement Briefing
- Olympia Fire Department Overview
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The City Council will review several consent calendar items including software licenses and equipment purchases. The meeting also includes discussions on public art projects and a briefing regarding an affordable homeownership study.
- Enterprise Enrollment Agreement with Microsoft Corporation for Office 365 licenses
- Purchase agreement with Hughes Fire Equipment, Inc. for two Life Line ambulances
- Grant agreement with Washington State Department of Ecology for stormwater permit compliance
- Agreement with the City of Lacey for short-term use of wholesale water
- Grass Lake Nature Park Public Art Project artist recommendation
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding the Parks, Arts and Recreation chapter of the Comprehensive Plan Update. The commission will also discuss an economy chapter update and conduct deliberations on a requested code amendment for drive-throughs in mixed-use developments along Plum Street.
- Public Hearing: Parks, Arts and Recreation Chapter (24-0075)
- Economy Chapter update of the Olympia 2045 Comprehensive Plan (24-0083)
- Deliberations on drive-throughs in mixed-use developments along Plum Street (24-0010)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Hearing Examiner
The Hearing Examiner will conduct a public hearing regarding Case 22-1909 for the Middle Street Townhomes project. The review includes engineering deviation requests and various environmental assessments, including wetland and landslide hazard reports.
- Public hearing for Middle Street Townhomes (Case 22-1909)
- Review of engineering deviation requests
- Review of wetland, soil, and landslide hazard assessments
Social Justice & Equity Commission
The Social Justice & Equity Commission will review an update on the Community Oversight of Law Enforcement Process. The commission will also discuss the draft Social Justice and Equity Commission Workplan for 2024-2025.
- Update on the Community Oversight of Law Enforcement Process
- Draft Social Justice and Equity Commission Workplan 2024-2025
Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee
The committee will elect a chair and vice-chair and review new member applications. Discussion includes updates to the Natural Environment and Parks, Arts and Recreation chapters of the Comprehensive Plan, as well as the Yelm Highway Community Park.
- Election of PRAC Chair and Vice-Chair
- Comprehensive Plan Natural Environment Chapter update
- Comprehensive Plan Parks, Arts and Recreation Chapter recommendation
- Yelm Highway Community Park update
- Screening of new PRAC member applications
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Site Plan Review Committee
The Site Plan Review Committee will hold presubmission conferences for three proposed developments before formal review. These meetings allow developers to ask questions about zoning and site layout requirements. No final approvals or rejections occur at this stage. Residents can attend virtually to observe how new construction projects are evaluated early in the process.
- Presubmission conference for Westside Dental Addition & Remodel at 3000 Harrison Ave NW
- Presubmission conference for SPSCC Campus Master Plan at 2011 Mottman Rd SW Site
- Presubmission conference for Wash-Dept of Enterprise Service at 501 13TH Ave SW
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee will review a 2022 fraud loss update and discuss the 2024 committee workplan. The meeting also includes approval of previous meeting minutes.
- 2022 Fraud Loss Update (24-0054)
- 2024 Finance Committee Workplan Discussion (24-0055)
- Approval of November 15, 2023 meeting minutes
Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee
The committee will review new member applications and conduct elections for a new Chair. The agenda also includes discussing the draft 2024-25 work plan and selecting community sounding board members for the Deschutes estuary restoration project.
- Review of new member applications (24-0046)
- Election of a new Chair (24-0053)
- Discussion of draft 2024-25 BPAC work plan (24-0045)
- Selection of Deschutes estuary restoration project sounding board members (24-0047)
City Council
The City Council will consider a resolution expressing support for Olympia School District No. 111 Proposition No. 1, which seeks to replace an expiring levy for educational programs and operations. The agenda also includes the approval of recent meeting minutes and an executive session regarding the City Manager's performance evaluation.
- Resolution 24-0067: Support for Olympia School District No. 111 Proposition No. 1 levy replacement
- Approval of January 8, 2024 Special City Council Meeting Minutes
- Approval of January 9, 2024 City Council Meeting Minutes
- Executive Session (24-0058) regarding City Manager's performance evaluation
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council is holding a special meeting for a retreat. The agenda consists of a roll call, the retreat agenda, and adjournment.
- 2024 City Council Retreat
City Council
This special meeting is dedicated to the 2024 City Council retreat. The agenda includes roll call and the review of the 2024 Retreat Agenda.
- 2024 City Council Retreat Agenda
City Council
The City Council is holding a working dinner at Dockside Bistro. The agenda includes a roll call and the continuation of a Friday retreat.
- 24-0048 Dinner Meeting Continuing Friday Retreat
Arts Commission
The Arts Commission will review an artist recommendation for the Grass Lake Nature Park Public Art Project. The meeting also includes a proposal for an art donation commemorating the West Olympia Rotary 50th Anniversary.
- Grass Lake Nature Park Public Art Project Artist Recommendation
- Donation of Art Proposal Commemorating West Olympia Rotary 50th Anniversary
- 2024-2025 Arts Commission Work Plan and Municipal Art Plan
- New Member Process Review
Site Plan Review Committee
The committee will conduct presubmission conferences for two development projects. These include a project at 2727 Wiggins Rd SE and the Easterly Phase 2 project at 909 Eastside St SE BLDG.
- Presubmission conference: 2727 Wiggins Rd SE (Gonzalez, Steven C & Michelle)
- Presubmission conference: 909 Eastside St SE BLDG (Easterly Phase 2)
City Council
The Olympia City Council will hold a briefing on an exclusive negotiation agreement with Island Enterprises Incorporated for city-owned property at 900 Plum St, which outlines terms for future development or use of the asset. The council will also approve January meeting minutes, swear in a newly appointed member, and issue a Martin Luther King Jr. Day proclamation. No ordinances, public hearings, or binding votes are scheduled for this session.
- Briefing on exclusive negotiation agreement with Island Enterprises Incorporated for city property at 900 Plum St
- Approval of January 2, 2024 City Council meeting minutes
- Swearing-in ceremony for a newly appointed City Councilmember
- Proclamation recognizing Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing for a requested code amendment concerning drive-throughs in mixed-use developments along downtown entry corridors, including portions of Plum Street. The commission will also review and approve the minutes from the December 4, 2023, meeting.
- Public hearing for code amendment 24-0010 regarding drive-throughs in mixed-use developments
- Approval of December 4, 2023, Planning Commission meeting minutes
City Council
The City Council will review the ranked choice voting process and interview candidates. The council intends to appoint a person to fill the remaining term for Council Position #6.
- Approval of Ranked Choice Voting Process (24-0040)
- Interviewing and appointing a candidate for Position #6 (24-0041)
- Candidate applications from Cecale, Hulse, Palotil, Qazi, Richmond, and Vanderpool
- Executive Session to evaluate candidate qualifications
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Heritage Commission
The Heritage Commission will review a recommendation to list the Mabel and Theodore R. Wynstra House at 709 Percival Street SW in the Olympia Heritage Register. The meeting also includes a site visit to this property.
- Recommendation to list the Mabel and Theodore R. Wynstra House at 709 Percival Street SW in the Olympia Heritage Register
- Heritage Review Committee site visit to 709 Percival Street SW
Cultural Access Program Advisory Board
The board will review the draft 2024 Work Plan and Calendar. Members will also discuss the scheduling and process for 2024 review panels.
- 2024 Work Plan and Calendar
- 2024 Review panel process and scheduling
City Council
The City Council is holding a special meeting with the 22nd District Legislative Delegation. The discussion will focus on the City of Olympia's 2024 legislative priorities.
- Discussion of City of Olympia 2024 Legislative Priorities
PBIA Advisory Board
The PBIA Advisory Board will conduct several administrative actions including the election of 2024 officers and board appointments. The meeting also includes an update regarding a Request for Proposals for the Firehouse.
- Election of 2024 Officers
- Board Appointments
- Formation of a Nomination Committee for upcoming elections
- Update on Firehouse Request for Proposals
- Review of 2024 Board Retreat Agenda
City Council
The City Council will conduct a swearing-in ceremony for new officials and host a poetry reading by the Poet Laureate. The council will also review the appointment process and applicants for a vacant City Council seat.
- Swearing-in of newly elected Mayor and City Councilmembers
- Poetry reading from City of Olympia Poet Laureate Kathleen Byrd
- Appointment of Mayor Pro Tem
- Approval of the 2024 City Council Retreat Agenda
- Review of appointment process and applicants for a vacant City Council seat