Olympia public meetings in 2023
273 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Site Plan Review Committee
The committee will hold a presubmission conference regarding the Thurston County Infrastructure Upgrade at 2000 Lakeridge Dr SW. No project reviews are scheduled for this meeting.
- Presubmission conference for Thurston County Infrastructure Upgrade (23-1077) at 2000 Lakeridge Dr SW
City Council
The City Council will meet to consider several ordinances, including the 2024-2029 financial plan and updates to utility rates and impact fees. The agenda also includes a bid award for park renovations and a resolution regarding federal grant funding for Fones Road.
- Bid award for LBA Park Field 2 Renovations Project
- Resolution authorizing Federal Highway Administration grant funding for Fones Road Project construction
- Ordinance to restrict Transportation Benefit District sales and use tax revenues to active transportation projects
- Ordinance imposing a 0.1% Transportation Benefit District sales and use tax
- Ordinance amending the Multi-Family Tax Exemption Program
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Council
The Olympia City Council will hold a special meeting on December 19, 2023, at Equal Latin Restaurant to recognize outgoing Mayor Cheryl Selby. This formal acknowledgment marks the conclusion of her term, which affects who will preside over future council sessions and represent the city publicly. The agenda contains only this single business item alongside standard roll call and adjournment procedures.
- Recognition of outgoing Mayor Cheryl Selby
Social Justice & Equity Commission
The Social Justice & Equity Commission subcommittee will meet to discuss draft recommendations regarding community oversight of law enforcement. The agenda also includes the approval of minutes from the November 20, 2023, subcommittee meeting.
- Discussion of community oversight of law enforcement draft recommendations (23-1098)
- Approval of November 20, 2023, subcommittee meeting minutes
Design Review Board
The Design Review Board will conduct a project review for the Nisqually Healing Center. The meeting includes a review of staff reports, design checklists, and plan sets.
- Project Review: Nisqually Healing Center (Case 23-1068, 23-6310)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Arts Commission
The Arts Commission will review a candidate short-list for the Grass Lake Nature Park Public Art Project. The meeting also includes a recap of the Artist in Residence Pilot Project at Drexel House and feedback on the 2024 Arts Walk cover art.
- Review of Grass Lake Nature Park Public Art Project candidate short-list
- Recap of Artist in Residence Pilot Project at Drexel House
- Review of Creative Vitality Index 2022 Snapshot
- Feedback on Arts Walk 2024 Cover Art
Site Plan Review Committee
The committee will conduct a presubmission conference regarding the Boulevard Park project located at 3437 Boulevard Rd SE. No other projects are scheduled for review during this meeting.
- Presubmission conference for Boulevard Park, 3437 Boulevard Rd SE
City Council
The City Council will review several ordinances regarding the 2024 operating budget, utility rates, and permit fees. The agenda also includes resolutions for special tax valuations at heritage sites and agreements related to Plum Street Village and Quince Street Tiny Home Village.
- Resolution calling for a ceasefire in Israel and Occupied Palestine
- Special Tax Valuation for 425 Rogers Street NW
- Special Tax Valuation for 115 State Avenue NE
- Lease and funding agreements with Valeo Vocations for Plum Street Village
- Interlocal Agreement with Thurston County for Quince Street Tiny Home Village operations
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Hearing Examiner
The Hearing Examiner will conduct a public hearing regarding Case 23-2792. The session involves reviewing proposed text amendments to the Evergreen Park PUD use and development standards.
- Public hearing for Evergreen Park PUD text amendment (Case 23-2792)
LEOFF I Disability Board
The LEOFF I Disability Board will meet to approve the minutes from the October 9, 2023 meeting. The board is also scheduled to discuss draft updates for 2024 police and fire policies.
- Approval of October 9, 2023 LEOFF Board Minutes
- Review of 2024 L1 Police Policies Draft
- Review of 2024 L1 FIRE Policies Draft
Planning Commission
This agenda outlines only standard procedures for a special Planning Commission meeting. The sole business item notes a potential quorum to attend a farewell social gathering at Cynara Restaurant & Lounge on December 8, 2023. No rezoning, contracts, ordinances, or policy votes are scheduled.
- Procedural call to order and roll call
- Public comment guidelines with campaign restriction notices
- Item 23-1081 notes a potential quorum for a farewell social at Cynara Restaurant & Lounge
Utility Advisory Committee
The Utility Advisory Committee is holding a work session to review proposed updates to the Storm and Surface Water Utility Goals and Policies. This discussion is part of the broader City of Olympia Comprehensive Plan Update.
- Comprehensive Plan Update: Utilities Chapter
- Review of Storm and Surface Water Utility Goals and Policies
Cultural Access Program Advisory Board
The board will meet to approve the minutes from the October 5, 2023, meeting. There are no business items listed on the agenda for this session.
- Approval of October 5, 2023 Cultural Access Advisory Board Meeting Minutes
Utility Advisory Committee
The committee will receive a 2023 recycling program update from Waste ReSources. Members will also review the draft 2024-2025 work plan and elect committee officers.
- Waste ReSources 2023 Recycling Program Update
- Review of Draft 2024-2025 UAC Work Plan
- Election of UAC Officers
PBIA Advisory Board
The PBIA Advisory Board will review a report regarding mural installation and repair. The meeting also includes discussion of the 2024 Flower Basket Program.
- Mural Installation and Repair Report Out (23-1065)
- 2024 Flower Basket Program (23-1066)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Site Plan Review Committee
The Site Plan Review Committee will conduct a presubmission conference regarding a residential development at Taylor Cooper Pt Rd. No other project reviews are scheduled for this meeting.
- Presubmission conference: 23-1045 Taylor Cooper Pt Rd Residential (Parcel # 60101000700)
Heritage Commission
The Heritage Commission will conduct an election of officers and a review of the commission's bylaws. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the September 27, 2023, meeting.
- Election of Officers (23-1051)
- Review of Olympia Heritage Commission Bylaws (23-1046)
- Approval of September 27, 2023, meeting minutes
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing on the 2023 Engineering Design and Development Standards Update. The agenda also includes approvals for the 2024 Federal and Legislative Agendas. Additionally, the council will consider a resolution regarding the annexation of the Southeast Urban Growth Area.
- Public hearing on 2023 Engineering Design and Development Standards Update
- Approval of Draft 2024 Federal Agenda
- Approval of Draft 2024 Legislative Agenda
- Resolution authorizing negotiations for Southeast Urban Growth Area annexation
- Ordinance amending OMC 9.16.180 regarding pedestrian interference
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will receive a briefing regarding a requested code amendment for drive-throughs in mixed-use developments along downtown entry corridors, including portions of Plum Street. The meeting also includes a presentation on Form-Based Codes.
- Briefing on 23-1039: Drive-Throughs in Mixed Use Developments Along Downtown Entry Corridors (via portions of Plum Street)
- Presentation on 23-1008: Form-Based Codes
Social Justice & Equity Commission
The Social Justice & Equity Commission will review updates regarding the Community Oversight of Law Enforcement Process and the City of Olympia Workforce Equity Assessment. The meeting also includes a discussion on fostering connection and belonging through community engagement.
- Update on the Community Oversight of Law Enforcement Process (23-1047)
- City of Olympia Workforce Equity Assessment Update (23-1030)
- Fostering Connection & Belonging Community Engagement (23-1048)
- Approval of October 23, 2023 meeting minutes
Sea Level Rise Response Collaborative-Executive Committee
The committee will review the 2023 Sea Level Rise Collaborative Workplan and the 2024 meeting schedule. The agenda also includes approval of the September 1, 2023, meeting minutes.
- Update on 2023 Sea Level Rise Collaborative Workplan
- Update on 2024 Sea Level Rise Collaborative Meeting Schedule
- Approval of September 1, 2023, meeting minutes
Design Review Board
The Design Review Board will review a case regarding the building at 2309 Harrison Avenue NW. The discussion includes staff analysis and design review checklists for the site, elevations, and floor plans.
- Design review for 2309 Harrison Avenue NW
City Council
The City Council will review ordinances for a new rental housing registry and inspection program, as well as 2024 ad valorem tax rates. The agenda also includes discussions regarding the 2024 preliminary budget changes and the recruitment process for a vacant council position.
- Ordinance establishing Rental Housing Registry and Inspection Program
- 2024 Regular and Excess Ad Valorem Tax ordinances
- Interlocal agreements for fire protection services
- Discussion on recruitment process for vacant Council position
- 2024 preliminary budget final changes
🗳️ How they voted (10 roll-call votes)
Metropolitan Park District Board
The Metropolitan Park District Board is meeting to approve the 2024 budget and a resolution setting the 2024 ad valorem tax. The board will also review minutes from the October 24, 2023, meeting.
- Approval of the 2024 OMPD Budget (Resolution 23-1018)
- Setting the 2024 OMPD ad valorem tax (Resolution 23-1019)
- Approval of October 24, 2023 meeting minutes (23-1020)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Civil Service Commission
The Civil Service Commission will review proposed changes to the Police Lieutenant job classification. The commission will also consider extending the promotional register for Fire Lieutenants.
- Changes to Police Lieutenant Job Classification
- Extend Promotional Fire Lieutenant Register
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will review a briefing regarding the Parks, Arts and Recreation chapter update for the Olympia 2045 Comprehensive Plan. The meeting includes a review of survey responses and a draft update.
- Comprehensive Plan Parks, Arts and Recreation Chapter Update briefing
Social Justice & Equity Commission
The commission will hold a special subcommittee meeting to discuss community oversight of law enforcement. The agenda also includes the approval of minutes from the October 16, 2023, meeting.
- Discussion of Community Oversight of Law Enforcement
Land Use & Environment Committee
The Land Use & Environment Committee will receive a briefing on urban forestry and tree canopy. The meeting also includes an update on sea level rise plan implementation and the 2024 Community Planning and Development work program.
- Urban Forestry and Tree Canopy Briefing
- Sea Level Rise Plan Implementation Update
- 2024 Community Planning and Development Planning Work Program
Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee
The committee will receive a briefing regarding the Capital Mall Triangle Subarea Plan and its Environmental Impact Statement. The agenda also includes reviewing new member applications and conducting officer elections.
- Capital Mall Triangle Subarea Plan and Environmental Impact Statement briefing
- New member application review process
- Officer elections
- Approval of September 20, 2023 meeting minutes
Site Plan Review Committee
The Site Plan Review Committee will conduct a presubmission conference regarding the Forest Funeral Home project. The meeting includes a review of a preliminary site plan and narrative description for the property located at 2501 Pacific Ave SE.
- Presubmission conference: Forest Funeral Home, 2501 Pacific Ave SE
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee will review a recommendation regarding the Tax Equity Initiative. Members will also discuss updates to the 2024 proposed budget and items from the committee work plan.
- Tax Equity Initiative Recommendation (23-0991)
- 2024 Proposed Budget Update (23-0992)
- 2024 Finance Committee Work Plan Items Discussion (23-0993)
City Council
The City Council will consider several ordinances regarding 2024 taxes and a rental housing registry. Public hearings are scheduled for the 2024 proposed operating budget and multi-family tax exemptions.
- Public hearing on the 2024 Proposed Operating Budget
- Public hearing on additional residential areas for Multi-Family Tax Exemption
- Public hearing on the 2022 Community Development Block Grant Annual Report
- Ordinance setting 2024 Excess Ad Valorem Tax
- Ordinance setting 2024 Regular Ad Valorem Tax
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council meeting includes an executive session to discuss a real estate matter. This session is being held pursuant to RCW 42.30.110(1)(b) and RCW 42.30.110(1)(c).
- Executive Session 23-0997 regarding a Real Estate Matter
Design Review Board
The Design Review Board will review the design for the Lansdale Pointe Apartments project located at 911 Burr Rd SE. The meeting includes a review of architectural and site plans.
- Design review for Lansdale Pointe Apartments, 911 Burr Rd SE
Arts Commission
The commission will vote on the 2024 slate of officers and the 2024 Arts Walk cover artists. An update regarding the Armory is also scheduled for discussion.
- Approval of 2024 Arts Walk Cover Artists (23-0908)
- Armory Update (23-0907)
- Approval of 2024 Slate of Officers (23-0918)
Site Plan Review Committee
The Site Plan Review Committee will conduct a presubmission conference regarding the “Bus Stop” Old Grey Hound Station project. No other project reviews are scheduled for this meeting.
- Presubmission conference for case 23-0950, “Bus Stop” Old Grey Hound Station at 107 7th Ave SE
City Council
The City Council will consider an interlocal agreement to support a permanent supportive housing project at Franz Anderson Road. The agenda also includes a subatrea update for the Capital Mall Triangle and consideration of transportation revenue for capital projects.
- Interlocal agreement for permanent supportive housing at Franz Anderson Road
- Capital Mall Triangle Subarea public outreach summary update
- Consideration of transportation revenue for capital projects
- Approval of October 30, 2023, meeting minutes
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Utility Advisory Committee
The Utility Advisory Committee is scheduled for a site visit. Members may attend a tour of the Pioneer Recycling Facility in Tacoma, WA.
- Tour of Pioneer Recycling Facility in Tacoma, WA
Heritage Commission
The Heritage Commission is meeting to consider a recommendation regarding the Chaplin House. The commission will review an application for a Special Property Tax Valuation for the property located at 425 Rogers Street NW.
- Recommendation for the approval of the Special Property Tax Valuation application for the Chaplin House at 425 Rogers Street NW
Utility Advisory Committee
The Utility Advisory Committee is conducting a work session regarding the Comprehensive Plan Update for the Utilities Chapter. The meeting includes discussions on wastewater utility goals, financial policies, and climate mitigation responses.
- Comprehensive Plan Update: Wastewater Utility Goals and Policies
- Comprehensive Plan Update: General Financial Goals and Policies
- Climate Mitigation and Sea Level Rise Response Update
- Habitat Stewardship Program Overview
- Cell Antenna Equipment/Leases on Water Tanks briefing
PBIA Advisory Board
The PBIA Advisory Board will review updates regarding the Makers Market contract and City Waste Management. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from October 2023 meetings.
- Update on Makers Market contract (23-0966)
- Update on City Waste Management (23-0967)
- Approval of October 4, 2023 meeting minutes
- Approval of October 11, 2023 meeting minutes
- Round table discussion (23-0971)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Site Plan Review Committee
The committee will conduct a presubmission conference regarding projects at Henderson Park. The agenda includes review of Henderson Park Lot 4 and project 23-6107.
- Presubmission conference for Henderson Park Lot 4, 2102 Henderson Park Ln SE
- Project 23-6107 presubmission details
City Council
The City Council will hold public hearings regarding the 2024 Ad Valorem Tax and the Draft 2021-2026 Water System Plan. The council will also consider right-of-way use agreements for Olympia Coffee Roasting Co. and Well 80 Real Estate, LLC. Additionally, a preliminary briefing on the 2024 budget is scheduled.
- Public hearing on the 2024 Ad Valorem Tax
- Public hearing for the Draft 2021-2026 Water System Plan
- Right-of-way use agreements with Olympia Coffee Roasting Co. and Well 80 Real Estate, LLC
- Ordinance amending residential parking code
- 2024 Preliminary Budget Briefing
🗳️ How they voted (10 roll-call votes)
Heritage Commission
The Heritage Commission will conduct a design review for proposed new construction located in the South Capitol Neighborhood Historic District. The business item includes an analysis by the Historic Preservation Officer and reviews of architectural plans.
- Design Review 23-0949: New construction at 119 17th Avenue SW
- Heritage Review Committee Site Visit at 119 17th Ave SW
Design Review Board
The Design Review Board is holding a work session to discuss board membership recruitment for two open positions. The meeting also includes discussion regarding awards of merit and general code application processes.
- Recruitment for two open board positions
- Awards of Merit
- Discussion on process and code application
Land Use & Environment Committee
The Land Use & Environment Committee will review updates to the Capital Mall Triangle Subarea Plan. The meeting also includes briefings on zoning changes for housing and an affordable homeownership study.
- Capital Mall Triangle Subarea Plan Update
- Zoning Changes to Address Housing Briefing
- Affordable Homeownership Study Briefing
Heritage Commission
The Heritage Commission will consider a recommendation regarding a Special Property Tax Valuation application for the Chaplin House at 425 Rogers Street NW. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from September and October 2023.
- Recommendation for Special Property Tax Valuation for the Chaplin House at 425 Rogers Street NW
- Approval of September 27 and October 14, 2023, meeting minutes
Community Livability and Public Safety Committee
The committee will review the status of the 2023 Reimagining Public Safety report and receive a Creative District update. The meeting also includes discussions on supplier diversity efforts and advisory committee recruitment. Members will also discuss draft agenda topics for 2024.
- 2023 Reimagining Public Safety Status Report Briefing
- Creative District Update
- Supplier Diversity Efforts Update
- Advisory Committee Recruitment Process Update
- Draft 2024 committee agenda topics discussion
City Council
The City Council will consider several resolutions regarding grant applications for housing projects. The meeting also includes a public hearing on affordable homeownership funding and a discussion on amending the municipal code regarding residential parking.
- Grant application for Habitat for Humanity Boulevard Road Project
- Grant application for 228 Olympia Housing Project
- Public hearing for HUD grant application for affordable homeownership
- Resolution setting a public hearing date for Multi-Family Tax Exemption residential areas
- Ordinance amending Olympia Municipal Code Chapter 4.70 regarding residential parking
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
Metropolitan Park District Board
The Board will conduct public hearings regarding the 2024 preliminary Olympia Metropolitan Park District budget and the district's ad valorem tax. The meeting also includes a presentation of the Advisory Committee’s annual report on 2022 funding compliance.
- Public Hearing: 2024 Preliminary Olympia Metropolitan Park District (OMPD) Budget
- Public Hearing: 2024 Olympia Metropolitan Park District (OMPD) Ad Valorem Tax
- Presentation of OMPD Advisory Committee’s annual report regarding 2022 funding compliance
- Approval of April 24, 2023, meeting minutes
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Social Justice & Equity Commission
The Commission will review its annual work plan for 2023-2024. Discussion items include a presentation on Department of Licensing policies and the 2023 Police Auditor Mid-Year Report.
- Review of 2023-2024 Commission Annual Work Plan
- Department of Licensing Policies Update presentation
- Discussion of the 2023 Police Auditor Mid-Year Report
- Update on the Community Oversight of Law Enforcement Process
Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee
The committee will discuss updates regarding the Thurston Regional Trails Plan and the 2023 Parks Maintenance Update. The agenda also includes screening new member applications and discussing future work plans.
- Thurston Regional Trails Plan Update
- Parks Maintenance Update 2023
- Screening of new PRAC member applications
- Draft Work Plan & Chair Elections
- Comprehensive Plan - Parks Chapter Recommendation
Committee of the Chairs
The Committee of the Chairs will review a draft City Council Guidebook and a proposed attendance policy. Members are also preparing for the 2024 City Council Retreat.
- Review of Draft City Council Guidebook
- Proposed City Council Attendance Policy
- Preparations for the 2024 City Council Retreat
Cultural Access Program Advisory Board
This meeting is an informational session for the public regarding the Inspire Olympia application process. No board discussion or action will be taken during this session.
- Informational session for the Inspire Olympia application process
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee will discuss the 2024 proposed operating budget regarding fees, rates, and special revenue funds. The agenda also includes a Joint Animal Services briefing and an update on 2024 property taxes.
- 2024 proposed operating budget discussion (fees, rates, and special revenue funds)
- Joint Animal Services briefing
- 2024 property tax update
City Council
The City Council will hold public hearings regarding the 2024 proposed operating budget, the 2024-2029 Capital Facilities Plan, and the 2025-2030 Transportation Improvement Program. The council will also consider an ordinance amending residential parking codes and a grant application for affordable homeownership.
- Public hearing on the 2024 Proposed Operating Budget
- Public hearing on the Preliminary Capital Facilities Plan, 2024-2029
- Public hearing on the Transportation Improvement Program 2025-2030
- Ordinance amending residential parking codes
- Agreement with Thurston County for Dive Rescue Team deployment
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold briefings regarding the Capital Mall Triangle Subarea Plan and Draft EIS. The commission will also review the Olympia 2045 Comprehensive Plan Update. Additionally, members will conduct a debriefing and discussion of a listening session.
- Capital Mall Triangle Subarea Plan and Draft EIS Briefing (23-0893)
- Olympia 2045 - Comprehensive Plan Update Briefing (23-0890)
- Listening session debrief and discussion
Social Justice & Equity Commission
The Social Justice & Equity Commission Subcommittee will meet to discuss community oversight of law enforcement. The agenda also includes the approval of minutes from the September 25, 2023, subcommittee meeting.
- Discussion regarding community oversight of law enforcement (23-0903)
- Approval of September 25, 2023, subcommittee meeting minutes
Heritage Commission
The Heritage Commission is holding its annual retreat at the Olympia Armory. The meeting includes a discussion regarding the Commission and its subcommittees.
- Discussion of Heritage Commission and Subcommittees (23-0905)
Arts Commission
The Arts Commission will meet to discuss upcoming business items including asset mapping and leadership positions for 2024. The meeting also includes a meet and greet with Olympia Poet Laureate Kathleen Byrd.
- Meet and Greet with Olympia Poet Laureate Kathleen Byrd
- Asset Mapping
- OAC Leadership Positions for 2024
Metropolitan Park District Advisory Committee
The committee will review public feedback to finalize an annual report regarding 2022 funding level compliance for the OMPD Board and City Council. The meeting also includes a presentation on the 2024 preliminary budget preview.
- Finalizing the 2022 funding levels compliance report
- Presentation of the 2024 preliminary budget preview
- Approval of April 26, 2023 meeting minutes
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
PBIA Advisory Board
The PBIA Advisory Board will consider a sponsorship request for the South Sound Music Summit. The meeting also includes agenda approval and a period for public comment.
- South Sound Music Summit Sponsorship Request (23-0898)
Heritage Commission
The Commission will conduct a site visit regarding the Chaplin House at 425 Rogers St NW. This is part of a recommendation process for a Special Property Tax Valuation Application.
- Site visit for Chaplin House at 425 Rogers St NW
- Recommendation of Special Property Tax Valuation Application for Chaplin House
LEOFF I Disability Board
The LEOFF I Disability Board will meet to review and approve the minutes from the September 11, 2023, meeting. The board will also consider a request regarding Case #23-8 DME.
- Approval of September 11, 2023 LEOFF Board Minutes
- Review of Case #23-8 DME Request
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Utility Advisory Committee
The committee will conduct a work session regarding the Comprehensive Plan Update for the Utilities Chapter, specifically focusing on Waste ReSources goals and policies. Additionally, the committee will review preliminary 2024 utility rates and operating budgets.
- Comprehensive Plan Update: Utilities Chapter Value and Vision
- Comprehensive Plan Update: Waste ReSources Utility Goals/Policies
- 2024 Preliminary Utility Rates and Operating Budgets
Cultural Access Program Advisory Board
The board will discuss details regarding program implementation and outreach strategies. The meeting also includes reports from the CAPS Subcommittee and the Guidelines Workgroup.
- Discussion of Program Implementation Detail and Program Outreach (23-0859)
- Approval of September 7, 2023, meeting minutes
- CAPS Subcommittee report
- Guidelines Workgroup report
PBIA Advisory Board
The PBIA Advisory Board will review an economic development update and a 2023 budget amendment. The board is also scheduled to consider an event sponsorship request.
- 23-0865 Economic Development Update
- 23-0864 Consideration of Event Sponsorship Request
- 23-0866 2023 Budget Amendment
- Approval of September 6, 2023 meeting minutes
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding an ordinance to declare a continuing state of a public health emergency related to houselessness. The agenda also includes several resolutions for the consent calendar and updates on community reports.
- Public hearing for ordinance declaring a public health emergency related to houselessness
- Resolution authorizing a grant application for the Percival Creek Sewer Reroute Project
- Resolution accepting the Transportation Benefit District 2022 Annual Report
- Resolution concerning an adjustment to petty cash and change funds
- Approval of Grass Lake Nature Park Public Art Project addition to Arts Commission work plan
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will review the Urban Farming Work Group Report regarding policy recommendations and Comprehensive Plan goals. The commission will also hold deliberations on the Preliminary Capital Facilities Plan 2024-2029 Financial Plan and discuss a draft public comment policy.
- Urban Farming Work Group Report and policy recommendations
- Preliminary Capital Facilities Plan, 2024-2029 Financial Plan deliberations
- Draft Public Comment Policy for the Olympia Planning Commission
Land Use & Environment Committee
The committee will review an analysis regarding potential barriers to urban farms in Olympia. The agenda also includes a briefing on the Comprehensive Plan Update and an update on the Housing and Homelessness Program.
- Review of potential barriers to urban farms in Olympia
- Housing and homelessness program update
- Comprehensive plan update briefing
Lodging Tax Advisory Committee
The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee will review proposals for tourism services funded by the 2024 lodging tax. The committee will also approve minutes from previous meetings and host a public comment period.
- Review of 2024 Lodging Tax Funded Tourism Services Proposals
- Approval of September 7, 2023 meeting minutes
- Approval of November 18, 2022 meeting minutes
Heritage Commission
The Heritage Commission will review updates regarding the Creative District and Inspire Olympia. The meeting also includes a discussion of the Indie Music History Project report and planning for an October commission retreat.
- Update on Creative District and Inspire Olympia
- Planning for October Commission Retreat
- Discussion of Indie Music History Project report
Community Livability and Public Safety Committee
The Committee will review research and recommendations from the Olympia Youth Council. Members will also discuss a referral regarding Ordinance 7089 and the Independent Salary Commission.
- Youth Council Research and Recommendations
- Independent Salary Commission Referral Discussion (Ordinance 7089)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The City Council will discuss the 2024 preliminary budget update and the One Community Strategic Plan. The council will also consider a resolution to support a petition for a Downtown Improvement District. Additionally, several grants and property transfers are up for approval.
- $50,000 grant for digital imaging from the Office of Secretary of State
- Grant application for parks irrigation system upgrades
- Transfer of city property near Yashiro Japanese Garden into Parks Inventory
- Resolution supporting a Downtown Improvement District petition
- 2024 Preliminary Budget Update
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will hold an executive session to discuss litigation and potential litigation. The remainder of the agenda consists of roll call and adjournment.
- Executive Session 23-0842 regarding Litigation and Potential Litigation
Social Justice & Equity Commission
The Social Justice & Equity Commission subcommittee will meet for a special meeting. The primary business item involves a discussion regarding community oversight of law enforcement.
- Discussion of Community Oversight of Law Enforcement (23-0818)
Hearing Examiner
The Hearing Examiner will conduct a public hearing regarding Case 22-5482, the Harrison Ave Plat. The case includes several technical reports covering stormwater drainage, landscaping, and wetland assessments.
- Public hearing for Harrison Ave Plat (Case: 22-5482)
Civil Service Commission
The Civil Service Commission will meet to approve the August 23, 2023, meeting minutes. The commission is also scheduled to review the Entry Level Police Officer Register and the Promotional Police Sergeant Register.
- Approval of August 23, 2023, meeting minutes
- Approval of Entry Level Police Officer Register
- Approval of Promotional Police Sergeant Register
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee
The committee will review the 2024 preliminary Capital Facilities Plan and Capital Asset Management Program recommendation. Members will also receive an update on the Urban Farm Park Feasibility Study and a briefing on the Comprehensive Plan Update for the Parks Chapter.
- 23-0798 Capital Facilities Plan (CFP) & Capital Asset Management Program (CAMP) Recommendation
- 23-0799 Urban Farm Park Feasibility Study Update
- 23-0800 Comprehensive Plan Update - Parks Chapter Briefing
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee
The committee will discuss construction outreach for trail projects and review the 2024-2029 Preliminary Capital Facilities Plan. The agenda also includes approval of July 19, 2023, meeting minutes.
- Boulevard Road Trail Crossing and Bike Corridor project outreach
- Fones Road Corridor project outreach
- Discussion of the 2024-2029 Preliminary Capital Facilities Plan
- Approval of July 19, 2023, meeting minutes
Finance Committee
The committee will review updates regarding the 2024 proposed budget and the Indirect Cost Allocation Plan. Members are also scheduled to receive a briefing on Transportation Impact Fees.
- 2024 Proposed Budget Update
- Transportation Impact Fee Briefing
- Indirect Cost Allocation Plan Update
Planning Commission
The Finance Subcommittee will discuss the Preliminary Capital Facilities Plan and the 2024-2029 Financial Plan. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the September 6, 2023, meeting.
- Preliminary Capital Facilities Plan, 2024-2029 Financial Plan Discussion
- Approval of September 6, 2023, Planning Commission Finance Subcommittee Meeting Minutes
City Council
The City Council is holding a study session to discuss the Greenhouse Gas Inventory and Carbon Wedge Analysis. The council will also review the Southeast Annexation, including feasibility analyses and tax rate comparisons.
- Greenhouse Gas Inventory and Carbon Wedge Analysis (23-0810)
- Southeast Annexation Discussion (23-0767)
- Draft Emissions Reduction Strategy Analysis
- Olympia Annexation Feasibility Analysis (2023)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding the Preliminary 2024-2029 Capital Facilities Plan. The agenda also includes reviewing a City Council resolution and approving minutes from the August 21, 2023, meeting.
- Public hearing for Preliminary 2024-2029 Capital Facilities Plan
- Review of Public Comment Resolution by City Council (Resolution M-2458)
- Approval of August 21, 2023, meeting minutes
Committee of the Chairs
The Committee of the Chairs is meeting to discuss preparations for the 2024 City Council Retreat. The agenda includes reviewing agendas from the 2023 January and Mid-Year retreats.
- Preparations for the 2024 City Council Retreat
Arts Commission
The Arts Commission will receive an update on the Creative District and Inspire Olympia. The commission will also review the Comprehensive Plan update and plan for an October retreat.
- Update on Creative District and Inspire Olympia
- Review of Grass Lake Nature Park Call for Art
- Comprehensive Plan Update review
- Planning for October Arts Commission Retreat
- Approval of August 10, 2023 meeting minutes
Site Plan Review Committee
The committee will conduct a presubmission conference regarding the Taylor Short Plat. This item includes a preliminary site plan, vicinity map, and narrative description for parcel # 60101000700.
- Presubmission conference for Taylor Short Plat (Parcel # 60101000700)
Salary Commission
The Salary Commission will meet to discuss and potentially recommend actions regarding City Council salary compensation. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the August 9, 2023, meeting.
- Discussion and possible recommendation regarding City Council salary compensation
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will consider an ordinance regarding tenant protection measures and pet damage deposits. The agenda also includes a resolution for a regional climate mitigation agreement and several special recognitions.
- Ordinance amending OMC 5.82.050(D) related to tenant protection measures and pet damage deposits
- Resolution authorizing an interlocal agreement for the Thurston Climate Mitigation Plan
- Introduction of Appointed Olympia Municipal Court Judge Pamella Nogueira
- Approval of the 2023 Percival Plinth Project Peoples’ Choice Award
- Appointment to the Design Review Board
The City Council approved a resolution authorizing an interlocal agreement among Thurston County, the Cities of Lacey, Olympia, and Tumwater to support coordinated implementation of the Thurston Climate Mitigation Plan. The council also adopted an ordinance amending tenant‑protection measures and pet‑damage deposits. Councilmembers approved the Arts Commission recommendation to purchase the sculpture “A Song for Nurturing Peace.” The consent calendar items, including the August meeting minutes and a Design Review Board appointment, were adopted.
- Approved interlocal agreement for regional climate mitigation plan (adopted)
- Adopted ordinance amending OMC 5.82.050(D) on tenant protection and pet‑damage deposits (adopted on second reading)
- Approved purchase of sculpture “A Song for Nurturing Peace” by Nancy Thorne Chambers (7‑aye vote)
- Adopted August 22, 2023 City Council meeting minutes (adopted)
- Approved appointment to the Design Review Board to fill a vacancy (adopted)
- Approved resolution authorizing interlocal agreement for climate plan (adopted)
- Approved consent calendar (motion carried 6‑aye, 1‑excused)
- Approved agenda for the meeting (approved)
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
LEOFF I Disability Board
The LEOFF I Disability Board is meeting to approve minutes from May 8, 2023. The board will also consider a dental request and Case #23-7.
- Approval of May 8, 2023, minutes
- Review of Case #23-6 Dental Request
- Review of Case #23-7
The Board approved the minutes from May 8, 2023, and authorized payments for two specific disability cases. Both financial requests were approved unanimously by the members present.
- Approved May 8, 2023 meeting minutes
- Approved Case #23-6 dental request for $4,297.50 (4-0)
- Approved Case #23-7 request for $3,012.60 (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Utility Advisory Committee
The committee will review proposed updates to the drinking water goals and policies within the Utilities Chapter of the Comprehensive Plan. The agenda also includes discussions regarding the Water System Plan Update and the preliminary 2024 utility operating budget, rates, and general facility charges.
- Utilities Chapter Comprehensive Plan update
- Drinking water utility goals and policies review
- Water System Plan Update
- Preliminary 2024 Utility Operating Budget, rates, and general facility charges
The Utility Advisory Committee voted unanimously to recommend the adoption of the City's draft Water System Plan. The committee also reviewed proposed 2024 utility rate increases and provided feedback on the Comprehensive Plan Update for drinking water goals.
- Recommended adoption and support of the City's draft Water System Plan (unanimous)
- Approved the meeting agenda
- Approved August 3, 2023 meeting minutes
Cultural Access Program Advisory Board
The board will review the July 10, 2023, meeting minutes and discuss Inspire Olympia communications planning. The agenda also includes reports from the CAPS Subcommittee and the Guidelines Review Team.
- Approval of July 10, 2023, meeting minutes
- Inspire Olympia Communications Planning discussion
- CAPS Subcommittee report
- Guidelines Review Team report
The board approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the August 9, 2023 meeting. Members discussed communications planning for Inspire Olympia.
- Approved the meeting agenda
- Approved August 9, 2023 meeting minutes
Lodging Tax Advisory Committee
The committee will receive information regarding improvements to the lodging tax application and award process. The meeting also includes a discussion on the review process for upcoming lodging tax funding applications.
- Lodging Tax Application and Award Process Improvement (23-0752)
- Review Process of Upcoming Lodging Tax Funding Applications (23-0753)
The committee received presentations on improvements to the lodging tax application and award process. Information regarding the review process for upcoming funding applications was also provided. No substantive policy decisions or funding awards were made.
- Approved the meeting agenda
- Received information on Lodging Tax application and award process improvements
- Received information on the review process for upcoming Lodging Tax Funding applications
PBIA Advisory Board
The PBIA Advisory Board will consider the draft 2024 budget recommendation. The meeting also includes a review of a tree lighting funding request and a DID recommendation letter.
- Draft 2024 PBIA budget recommendation
- Approval of DID Recommendation Letter
- Tree Lighting Funding Request
- Approval of August 2, 2023 meeting minutes
The board approved the 2024 budget recommendation and a funding request for tree lighting from the Olympia Downtown Alliance. A recommendation letter for the Downtown Improvement District was also approved as amended.
- Approved DID recommendation letter as amended (7-1)
- Approved 2024 budget as presented (unanimous)
- Approved Tree Lighting funding request from Olympia Downtown Alliance (7-1)
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Site Plan Review Committee
The committee will review a site plan for the Nisqually Healing Center at 3663 Pacific Ave SE. The meeting also includes a presubmission conference regarding 727 Adams St SE.
- Nisqually Healing Center, 3663 Pacific Ave SE (Recommendation to the Director)
- 8th and Adams, 727 Adams St SE (Presubmission Conference)
The committee recommended approval for the Nisqually Healing Center site plan subject to specific conditions. Information was provided regarding a presubmission conference for 8th and Adams.
- Recommended approval for Nisqually Healing Center at 3663 Pacific Ave SE (subject to conditions)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission Finance Subcommittee will hold a discussion regarding the Capital Facilities Plan 2024-2029 Financial Plan with chapter contributors. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from the August 16, 2023, subcommittee meeting.
- Discussion of the Capital Facilities Plan 2024-2029 Financial Plan
- Approval of August 16, 2023, Finance Subcommittee meeting minutes
The subcommittee approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the August 16, 2023 meeting. Members and city staff discussed the Capital Facilities 2024-2029 Financial Plan.
- Approved meeting agenda
- Approved August 16, 2023 meeting minutes
Sea Level Rise Response Collaborative-Executive Committee
The Executive Committee will review an update on the 2023 Sea Level Rise Collaborative Workplan. The committee is also scheduled to consider the draft 2024 Sea Level Rise Collaborative Workplan and Budget.
- Update on 2023 Sea Level Rise Collaborative Workplan
- Approval of 2024 Sea Level Rise Collaborative Workplan and Budget
The Executive Committee unanimously approved the 2024 Sea Level Rise Collaborative workplan and budget. The committee also received an update on the 2023 workplan from representatives of the City of Olympia, LOTT Clean Water Alliance, and the Port of Olympia.
- Approved 2024 Sea Level Rise Collaborative workplan and budget (unanimous)
- Approved June 2, 2023 meeting minutes
- Approved meeting agenda
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee will discuss workers compensation and consider a petition to form a Downtown Improvement District. The meeting also includes a review of city property assessments.
- Workers Compensation Discussion
- Petition to Form a Downtown Improvement District
- City Property Assessment
The committee recommended that the City Manager sign a petition to form a Downtown Improvement District. This district would involve a property-owner based assessment, with an estimated annual cost of $33,353 if the City opts in.
- Recommended authorizing City Manager to sign petition for Downtown Improvement District (2-0)
- Approved July 19, 2023 meeting minutes
- Requested more staff information on Workers Compensation costs before it goes to Council
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Social Justice & Equity Commission
The Social Justice & Equity Commission will meet to discuss community oversight of law enforcement. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the July 24, 2023, meeting.
- Discussion of community oversight of law enforcement
- Approval of July 24, 2023, meeting minutes
The Commission approved the meeting agenda and the July 24, 2023, minutes. Members discussed the co-design process for community oversight of law enforcement and directed staff to investigate issues raised during public comment.
- Approved the meeting agenda
- Approved July 24, 2023 meeting minutes
- Directed staff to investigate issues raised during public comment
Land Use & Environment Committee
The Land Use & Environment Committee will review a recommendation for the 2023 Engineering Design and Development Standards Update. The committee will also hold a discussion regarding Building Decarbonization Retrofit Strategies.
- Approval of the 2023 Engineering Design and Development Standards Update Recommendation
- Discussion on Building Decarbonization Retrofit Strategies
The Land Use & Environment Committee approved forwarding the 2023 Engineering Design and Development Standards update to the City Council for a public hearing. The committee also received research on building decarbonization retrofit strategies.
- Approved forwarding 2023 Engineering Design and Development Standards update to City Council (2-0)
- Approved July 27, 2023 meeting minutes
- Approved meeting agenda
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Site Plan Review Committee
The committee will review a site plan recommendation for Old 99 Flat at 308 4th Ave E. The meeting also includes a presubmission conference for People Infra Offices at 1220 12th Ave SE.
- Site plan recommendation for Old 99 Flat, 308 4th Ave E
- Presubmission conference for People Infra Offices, 1220 12th Ave SE
The committee recommended approval for the Old 99 Flat project subject to specific conditions. Additionally, a waiver of land use review was granted for the People Infra Offices site.
- Recommended approval subject to conditions for 23-0707 Old 99 Flat (308 4th Ave E)
- Granted land use review waiver for 23-0711 People Infra Offices (1220 12th Ave SE Site)
Community Livability and Public Safety Committee
The committee will discuss the Key to the City process and procedure. Members will also review a recommendation for the Grass Lake Nature Park Public Art Project and the 2024 Advisory Committee recruitment process.
- Grass Lake Nature Park Public Art Project Opportunity Recommendation
- Key to the City Process and Procedure
- 2024 Advisory Committee Recruitment Process Overview
The committee approved a recommendation for a public art project at Grass Lake Nature Park. It also recommended the appointment of Angela Rush to the Design Review Board. Both items were forwarded to the full City Council for final approval.
- Approved public art project at Grass Lake Nature Park for City Council approval (3-0)
- Recommended Angela Rush for appointment to the Design Review Board for City Council approval (3-0)
- Recommended adding Key to the City process and procedure to the annual Council retreat
- Approved July 26, 2023 meeting minutes
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Heritage Commission
The Commission will consider a special tax valuation application for properties on State Avenue NE. Members will also review nominations to list the Lackey Duplex, the Parthia Tugboat, and the Delta V. Smyth Tugs and Barges Company Site in the Olympia Heritage Register.
- Special Tax Valuation recommendation for James Martin Warehouse and Daily Olympian Building at 115 State Avenue NE
- Listing of Lackey Duplex at 2711 Adams Street SE in the Olympia Heritage Register
- Listing of Parthia Tugboat in the Olympia Heritage Register
- Listing of Delta V. Smyth Tugs and Barges Company Site in the Olympia Heritage Register
The commission approved the addition of the Lackey Duplex, the Parthia Tugboat, and the Delta V. Smyth Tugs and Barges Company Site to the Olympia Heritage Register. It also recommended a special tax valuation for the James Martin Warehouse and Daily Olympian Building to the City Council.
- Recommended approval of Special Tax Valuation for James Martin Warehouse and Daily Olympian Building at 115 State Avenue NE (Unanimous)
- Approved listing of Lackey Duplex at 2711 Adams Street SE in the Olympia Heritage Register (Unanimous)
- Approved listing of Parthia Tugboat in the Olympia Heritage Register, pending a change to note integrity of location rather than setting (Unanimous)
- Approved listing of Delta V. Smyth Tugs and Barges Company Site in the Olympia Heritage Register, pending a change to note integrity of location and setting (Unanimous)
Civil Service Commission
The Civil Service Commission is meeting to approve several employment registers for public safety roles. This includes registers for entry-level police officers, entry-level firefighters, and promotional firefighter/paramedics. The commission will also approve minutes from the June 20, 2023, meeting.
- Approval of Entry Level Police Officer Register
- Approval of Promotional Firefighter/Paramedic Register
- Certification of Firefighter/Paramedic Register
- Approval of Entry Level Firefighter Register
- Approval of June 20, 2023, meeting minutes
The Commission certified four separate eligibility registers for police and fire department staffing. These registers determine the pool of qualified candidates for entry-level and promotional positions.
- Approved Entry Level Police Officer Register (2-0)
- Approved Promotional Firefighter/Paramedic Register (2-0)
- Approved Firefighter/Paramedic Register (2-0)
- Approved Entry Level Firefighter Register (2-0)
- Approved June 20, 2023 meeting minutes
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Olympia City Council will consider several ordinances, including electric vehicle parking requirements and drug-related code amendments. The meeting also includes a briefing on the Thurston County Public Safety Sales Tax ballot measure.
- Ordinance adopting electric vehicle parking requirements
- Ordinance amending municipal code regarding drugs
- Ordinance to vacate the alley off 4th Avenue between Adams Street and Franklin Street
- Ordinance amending municipal code regarding pet damage deposits
- Resolution authorizing an interlocal agreement with Thurston County Fire Protection District 3
The City Council approved the implementation plans for the voter-approved Inspire Olympia Cultural Access Program. The council also adopted several ordinances on second reading, including new electric vehicle parking requirements and an alley vacation. A tenant protection ordinance regarding pet damage deposits was approved on first reading.
- Approved implementation plans for Inspire Olympia Cultural Access Program (6-0)
- Adopted ordinance for electric vehicle parking requirements
- Adopted ordinance to vacate alley off 4th Avenue between Adams Street and Franklin Street
- Approved payroll certification for June 30 to July 31, 2023 totaling $6,481,345.41
- Adopted resolution for vehicle and equipment sharing with Thurston County Fire Protection District 3
- Adopted ordinance accepting 'Arc of Aging' art donation
- Adopted ordinance amending drug-related municipal code to incorporate RCW 69.50.4011
- Approved first reading of ordinance regarding tenant protection and pet damage deposits
🗳️ How they voted (13 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will review proposals related to the Capital Facilities Plan Transportation Chapter. The meeting also includes a briefing on the Community Values and Vision Survey Results.
- Proposals related to the Capital Facilities Plan Transportation Chapter
- Community Values and Vision Survey Results Briefing
The Planning Commission approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from August 7, 2023. Staff presented proposals for the Capital Facilities Plan Transportation Chapter and results from the Community Values and Vision Survey. No substantive policy decisions were made.
- Approved the meeting agenda
- Approved August 7, 2023 meeting minutes
- Received information on Capital Facilities Plan Transportation Chapter proposals
- Received briefing on Community Values and Vision Survey results
Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee
The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee will review a briefing on the 2024 Preliminary Capital Facilities Plan (CFP) and Capital Asset Management Program (CAMP). The committee will also hold a discussion regarding parks facility access.
- 2024 Preliminary Capital Facilities Plan (CFP) & Capital Asset Management Program (CAMP) briefing
- Parks Facility Access discussion
The committee received a briefing on the 2024 Capital Facilities Plan and Capital Asset Management Program. Members also discussed community requests regarding park access for events.
- Approved the meeting agenda (unanimous)
- Approved June 15, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Received 2024 Capital Facilities Plan draft report
Planning Commission
The Finance Subcommittee will meet to discuss the 2024-2029 Financial Plan for capital facilities. The meeting includes a period for public comment regarding City business.
- Discussion of 23-0706 Preliminary Capital Facilities Plan 2024-2029 Financial Plan
The Finance Subcommittee met to discuss the Preliminary Capital Facilities Plan 2024-2029 Financial Plan. The session focused on the timeline for submitting questions ahead of the September 6 meeting.
- Approved the meeting agenda
City Council
The City Council conducted a study session to review presentations on a proposed rental housing registration program and an update to the Olympia Strong Economic Resiliency Plan. No formal decisions were made during this meeting.
Design Review Board
The Board approved the proposal for North Thurston RMAC South with conditions as recommended by staff. The board also held a discussion regarding OMC 18.170.110 Neighborhood scale and character.
- Approved proposal for North Thurston RMAC South at 200 Sleater Kinney Rd with conditions (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Arts Commission
The Commission recommended a specific sculpture for the Percival Plinth Project based on public voting. It also recommended using 1% for Art funds for a project at Grass Lake Nature Park.
- Recommended 'A Song for Nurturing Peace' by Nancy Thorne Chambers for Percival Plinth Project (Unanimous)
- Recommended use of 1% for Art funds for a public art project at Grass Lake Nature Park (Unanimous)
- Approved June 8, 2023 meeting minutes
- Approved August 10, 2023 agenda
- Scheduled October retreat for City Hall, Room 112, 4:00-8:00 p.m.
Cultural Access Program Advisory Board
The Cultural Access Program Advisory Board established two new groups to assist with program implementation. One group will review applicant guidelines, while the other will focus on Cultural Access in Public Schools (CAPS) planning.
- Approved the meeting agenda
- Approved July 10, 2023 meeting minutes
- Created temporary working group to review draft applicant guidelines by consensus
- Created subcommittee for Cultural Access in Public Schools (CAPS) program planning by consensus
Salary Commission
The Commission received a presentation on salary compensation research from the Human Resources Director. Commissioners requested additional data from staff for the August 23 meeting.
- Approved July 31, 2023 meeting minutes
- Received report on salary compensation research
- Requested additional data from staff for August 23 meeting
City Council
The City Council approved several ordinances on first reading, including new electric vehicle parking requirements and a second quarter budget amendment. The Council also adopted a resolution for a property access agreement on Carpenter Road and accepted the donation of the 'Arc of Aging' mural.
- Adopted resolution for access agreement and release of easement on Carpenter Road
- Approved second quarter budget amendment on first reading
- Approved amendments to drug-related municipal code on first reading
- Approved ordinance for naming designees for City Clerk and Public Works Director on first reading
- Approved ordinance to vacate alley off 4th Avenue between Adams Street and Franklin Street on first reading
- Approved acceptance of 'Arc of Aging' mural donation on first reading (6-0)
- Approved electric vehicle parking requirements on first reading (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (9 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the July 24, 2023, meeting. The commission received a briefing on the Preliminary 2024-2029 Capital Facilities Plan. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved meeting agenda
- Approved July 24, 2023, meeting minutes
- Received Preliminary 2024-2029 Capital Facilities Plan briefing
Utility Advisory Committee
The committee provided editing suggestions for the Comprehensive Plan Utilities Chapter, including requests for more information on utility tax impacts and assistance programs. Members received briefings on the 2024-2029 Preliminary Capital Facilities Plan and 2024 operating budget trends. No formal votes were taken on business items.
- Approved the meeting agenda
- Approved June 1, 2023 meeting minutes
- Requested addition of municipal utility tax impact and Utility Assistance Program details to Comprehensive Plan Goals and Policies
PBIA Advisory Board
The board voted to recommend the formation of the Downtown Improvement District (DID) and forward the proposal to City Council. Members also discussed the draft 2024 budget and received updates on marketing and mural projects.
- Recommended formation of the Downtown Improvement District (7-1)
- Approved June 7, 2023 meeting minutes
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Site Plan Review Committee
The Site Plan Review Committee recommended approval for a car wash project subject to specific conditions. Information was provided for two presubmission conference items.
- Recommended approval subject to conditions for Harrison Avenue Car Wash (3002 Harrison Ave NW)
Salary Commission
The Salary Commission appointed its leadership for the term. The commission also received a briefing on its duties and reviewed the 2022 compensation process.
- Appointed Commissioner Cross as Chair (unanimous)
- Appointed Commissioner Hulse as Vice Chair (unanimous)
- Received briefing from City Attorney Mark Barber regarding commission roles and duties
Design Review Board
The board approved the context, site, landscape, and building designs for two residential developments. Both approvals include specific conditions regarding parking screening, materials, and entry visibility.
- Approved Water Street Condominiums at 798 Columbia St SW (7-0)
- Approved Water Street Apartments at 221 5th Ave SW and 520 N Water St (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
⚠️ FEMA flood zone AE at this address
🏢 Building at this address: Heritage Bank · 4 floors
Land Use & Environment Committee
The committee received updates on the Climate Risk and Vulnerability Assessment and a proposal for a Home Energy Score Disclosure Program. No formal votes were taken on these items. The committee agreed to remove the General Facilities Charges reduction for low-income housing from its future agenda.
- Approved the agenda
- Approved June 22, 2023 meeting minutes
- Agreed that the Capital Mall Triangle Subarea Plan should return to the Committee before Council
- Agreed to remove the General Facilities Charges reduction for low-income housing from the future agenda
Site Plan Review Committee
The committee conducted presubmission conferences for Colonial Estates Chambers Lake and Elements CDC. Information was provided for both projects. No formal votes or decisions were recorded.
- Presubmission conference held for 23-0594 Colonial Estates Chambers Lake
- Presubmission conference held for 23-0633 Elements CDC
Community Livability and Public Safety Committee
The Committee approved the Cultural Access Advisory Board's implementation plan for the Inspire Olympia program and recommended it for final City Council approval. Other agenda items consisted of updates regarding the Sister City Program, property crime, and the City of Olympia Equity Assessment.
- Approved Inspire Olympia program implementation plan and recommended City Council approval (3-0)
- Approved June 28, 2023 meeting minutes
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission approved the agenda and minutes from June 24 and June 26, 2023. The commission received briefings on the Resident Owned Community Program, private development, and street grids. A CFP Finance Subcommittee was formed.
- Approved June 24, 2023 Retreat Meeting minutes
- Approved June 26, 2023 meeting minutes
- Formed CFP Finance Subcommittee chaired by Commissioner Hannah with Commissioners Nejati and Quetin
Social Justice & Equity Commission
The Commission held a discussion to prepare for the Social Justice and Equity Subcommittee's work on police oversight recommendations. The Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Program Manager reported that the Community Discrimination Assessment is closed. A proposal to update the Lodging Tax Award system was also noted.
- Approved the meeting agenda
- Approved June 26, 2023 meeting minutes
Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee
The committee established a subcommittee to draft a letter to the City Council regarding the Preliminary 2024-2029 Capital Facilities Plan. Members Slighte, Riedmeyer, Vanderpool, and Mott were appointed to the subcommittee, with Mott serving as chair.
- Approved formation of a subcommittee to draft a letter to City Council regarding the CFP (unanimous)
- Appointed members Slighte, Riedmeyer, Vanderpool, and Mott (chair) to the subcommittee (unanimous)
- Approved the meeting agenda
- Approved May 17th, 2023 meeting minutes
Finance Committee
The committee recommended that City Council increase the Transportation Benefit District sales tax by 0.1% as part of the 2024 budget process. The committee also received a report on the 2022 financial audit and reviewed the 2024 budget timeline.
- Recommended 0.1% sales tax increase through the Transportation Benefit District (3-0)
- Recommended maintaining the existing $40 license fee (3-0)
- Approved May 31, 2023 meeting minutes
- Approved June 21, 2023 meeting minutes
- Approved the meeting agenda
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The City Council adopted the July 11, 2023 meeting minutes and a resolution amending an interlocal agreement with the Department of Enterprise Services for mail services. The council also received updates on the 2023 Legislative Session and the Armory building's transformation into a Creative Campus.
- Approved July 11, 2023 City Council Meeting Minutes (7-0)
- Adopted resolution amending interlocal agreement with Department of Enterprise Services for mail services (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Design Review Board
The Design Review Board approved the Cottage Apartments project (Case 23-0608) subject to specific conditions. These conditions include adding a pedestrian pathway, revising parking lot screening, adjusting building massing, and providing more outdoor open space.
- Approved Cottage Apartments (Case 23-0608) subject to conditions (6-1)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Site Plan Review Committee
The committee recommended approval for a preliminary plat at Harrison Ave subject to specific conditions. Information was provided regarding the Franz Anderson PSH - Phase 1 project.
- Recommended approval subject to conditions for 23-0595 Harrison Ave Preliminary PLAT
City Council
The City Council approved a funding agreement and lease with Olympia Mutual Aid Partners to establish and maintain a tiny home village. The Council also approved several consent calendar items, including a pavement preservation contract and opioid abatement agreements.
- Approved funding agreement with Olympia Mutual Aid Partners for tiny home village (7-0)
- Approved lease agreement with Olympia Mutual Aid Partners for tiny home village (7-0)
- Approved street vacation petition for alley off 4th Avenue between Adams and Franklin Street (7-0)
- Approved bid award for Olympia Westside Pavement Preservation Project (7-0)
- Approved 2023-2027 Fair Housing Assessment for HUD submittal (7-0)
- Approved labor contract with IAFF Assistant Chiefs, Local #468 (7-0)
- Approved interlocal agreements for opioid abatement councils (7-0)
- Approved referral to Community Livability and Public Safety Committee to review Independent Salary Commission process
🗳️ How they voted (15 roll-call votes)
Cultural Access Program Advisory Board
The Cultural Access Program Advisory Board approved draft planning and implementation documents with amendments to the mission and funding goals. These plans will be advanced to the Community Livability and Safety Committee for their July 26th meeting.
- Approved agenda
- Approved June 10 and June 12 meeting minutes
- Approved draft program plans with amended mission and funding goals (unanimous)
- Recommended keeping the program name 'Inspire Olympia'
Heritage Commission
The Heritage Commission recommended the James Martin Warehouse and Olympian Building for special property tax valuation. Additionally, the commission recommended listing the Lillian Lackey Duplex in the Olympia Heritage Register.
- Recommended James Martin Warehouse and Olympia Building for special property tax valuation (Unanimous)
- Recommended Lillian Lackey Duplex at 2711 Adams Street SE for listing in the Olympia Heritage Register (Unanimous)
- Approved June 26, 2023 meeting minutes
Community Livability and Public Safety Committee
The committee received updates on the lodging tax application process, the Downtown Ambassador program, and the Sanctuary City Resolution. No policy changes or funding approvals were decided during the meeting.
- Approved May 24, 2023 meeting minutes
- Requested written summary of lodging tax updates be sent to City Council and Social Justice and Equity Commission
- Received report on Sanctuary City Resolution update
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission approved the agenda and the minutes from the June 5, 2023 meeting. The commission received staff updates regarding the Comprehensive Plan, climate risk, and housing programs. No substantive policy decisions were made.
- Approved the meeting agenda
- Approved June 5, 2023 meeting minutes
- Received update on Public Participation and Partners Chapter of the Olympia Comprehensive Plan
- Received presentation on Climate Risk and Vulnerability Assessment
- Received update on Housing and Homeless Response Projects and Program
Social Justice & Equity Commission
The Commission voted to establish a Social Justice and Equity Subcommittee and appointed eight commissioners to serve on it. The body also received a presentation on law enforcement oversight models and a briefing on the Police Auditor's report.
- Approved creation of a Social Justice and Equity Subcommittee (10-0)
- Appointed eight commissioners to the Social Justice and Equity Subcommittee (10-0)
- Approved May 22, 2023 meeting minutes
- Approved May 27, 2023 special meeting minutes
- Approved the meeting agenda
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Heritage Commission
The Heritage Commission approved the design for a second story addition to the Chandler House at 2053 East Bay Drive. The approved design includes wood windows, specific wood and glass door designs, and a copper roof.
- Approved design for second story addition at 2053 East Bay Drive (unanimous)
- Approved June 12, 2023 meeting minutes
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission held an annual retreat to discuss the costs and challenges of residential development and the update of the Olympia 2045 Comprehensive Plan. No formal votes or policy decisions were recorded during the meeting.
- Approved the meeting agenda
Design Review Board
The Board recommended approval of the Nisqually Healing Center proposal at 3663 Pacific Avenue SE. Approval is subject to conditions regarding pedestrian pathways, landscaping, seating, and facade variations.
- Recommended approval of Nisqually Healing Center proposal with conditions (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Land Use & Environment Committee
The Committee established guidelines for a rental housing registration and inspection program, including exemptions and inspection cycles. Staff were also directed to proceed with a sidewalk repair approach based on 2023 preliminary Capital Facilities Plan funding.
- Approved the agenda
- Approved May 25, 2023 meeting minutes
- Directed staff to continue sidewalk repair approach using 2023 preliminary Capital Facilities Plan funding
- Set rental program direction on room rental and affordable housing exemptions
- Set rental program direction on self-certification for ADUs and owner-occupied duplexes
- Determined no inspection cycle extension for single-family homes
- Set 10-year inspection window for new construction
- Directed staff to seek public notice and comment on the draft inspection checklist
Site Plan Review Committee
The Site Plan Review Committee reviewed a presubmission conference item for a food hall project. The committee recommended a waiver of land use review for the project.
- Recommended waiver of land use review for 23-0525 State Street Food Hall (225 State Ave NE)
Finance Committee
The committee accepted the City Manager's recommendation for allocating the available fund balance discussed at the June 20 City Council meeting. Other agenda items consisted of briefings and discussions regarding insurance premiums, city investments, and the performing arts budget.
- Approved City Manager's recommendation for allocating available fund balance (3-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The City Council approved the use of $4,368,300 from the General Fund balance above policy. The council also passed an ordinance amending residential parking requirements and approved several real estate and lease agreements for housing projects.
- Approved use of $4,368,300 in fund balance above policy (7-0)
- Approved ordinance amending residential parking requirements (5-2)
- Approved Kathleen Byrd as Poet Laureate for 2023-2025 (7-0)
- Approved $19,283,817.38 payroll certification
- Approved bid award for Boulevard Road Reservoir Rehabilitation Project
- Approved lease and funding agreements with Catholic Community Services for Quince Street Village
- Approved real estate purchase agreements for Franz Anderson Road SE and 303 Franklin Street
- Approved interlocal agreements for the Budd/Deschutes Watershed Coalition and regional housing allocations
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Civil Service Commission
The Commission approved the certification of the Lateral Firefighter Register. Deputy Human Resources Director Nicole Camus announced the city's transition to the Workday application system.
- Approved certification of the Lateral Firefighter Register effective June 20, 2023 (3-0)
- Approved May 25, 2023 meeting minutes
- Approved the meeting agenda
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The City Council conducted a mid-year retreat featuring an update on the 2023 work plan and a presentation of Community Opinion Survey results. Councilmembers discussed 2024 priorities and reviewed proposed updates to the City Council Guidebook. No formal votes or legislative actions were recorded.
Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee
The committee approved the meeting agenda and the March 16, 2023 minutes. Members received informational updates regarding the Arts Program, Parks Stewardship, and the OPARD Climate update. No substantive policy decisions were made.
- Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
- Approved March 16, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
Site Plan Review Committee
The Site Plan Review Committee reviewed the Budd Bay Landing project at 507 Pear St NE. The committee recommended the preliminary plat for approval subject to specific conditions.
- Recommended approval of 23-0521 Budd Bay Landing Preliminary PLAT (507 Pear St NE) subject to conditions
⚠️ EPA compliance flag nearby: OLYMPIA PORT OF (Significant Violation · significant violation)
🏢 Building at this address: 6 m tall
City Council
The City Council held a study session featuring a briefing from Senior Planner David Ginther regarding the Capital Mall Triangle Subarea Plan. The presentation covered the Planned Action Environmental Statement (EIS), the Subarea Plan, and public outreach efforts. No formal decisions were made during this session.
Heritage Commission
The commission postponed a recommendation regarding the listing of the Lackey Duplex at 2711 Adams Street SE in the Olympia Heritage Register. This delay follows a request to continue conversations about a vinyl window installed without a permit or committee comments.
- Approved the meeting agenda
- Approved May 22, 2023 Heritage Review Committee meeting minutes
- Postponed recommendation for Lackey Duplex (2711 Adams Street SE) listing until June 28, 2023 (consensus)
Cultural Access Program Advisory Board
The Board elected Mariella Luz and Mikaela Shafer as Co-Chairs. A work group was formed to develop funding allocation formulas for the program. The board also discussed program branding and team aspirations.
- Elected Mariella Luz and Mikaela Shafer as Board Co-Chairs (unanimous)
- Created a work group to develop funding allocation formulas
- Approved the meeting agenda
Cultural Access Program Advisory Board
The board approved the meeting agenda and the May 25, 2023, minutes. Members held discussions regarding the program's legal framework, definitions, mission, and goals. Mariella Luz and Mikaela Shafer were nominated as Co-Chairs.
- Approved meeting agenda
- Approved May 25, 2023 meeting minutes
- Nominated Mariella Luz and Mikaela Shafer as Co-Chairs
Arts Commission
The commission approved the meeting agenda and the May 11, 2023, meeting minutes. Staff provided an overview of city arts, heritage, and culture efforts and reviewed the commission's annual work plans.
- Approved meeting agenda
- Approved May 11, 2023 meeting minutes
PBIA Advisory Board
The board approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from May 3, 2023. Members received updates on parking enforcement hours and the Downtown Ambassador program, and discussed the Downtown Improvement District. No formal votes were taken on business items.
- Approved meeting agenda
- Approved May 3, 2023 meeting minutes
Site Plan Review Committee
The Site Plan Review Committee recommended approval for one project subject to specific conditions. Information was provided for a second project during a presubmission conference.
- Recommended approval subject to conditions for Terrace on Columbia (798 Columbia St SW)
City Council
The City Council approved changes to residential parking requirements, including removing minimums in specific areas. The council also adopted a labor contract for the Olympia Police Guild and several cell tower lease amendments.
- Approved amendments to residential parking requirements (4-2)
- Adopted labor contract with the Olympia Police Guild
- Approved emergency contracts for Franz Anderson Tiny House Village
- Adopted ordinance consolidating land use permit processes
- Adopted budget amendments to Ordinance 7352 and Ordinance 7348
- Approved cell tower lease amendments with Verizon Wireless, T-Mobile West LLC, and New Cingular Wireless PCS LLC
- Rejected all bids for the Citywide Plastic Striping Project
- Approved first reading of ordinance amending Arts Program (OMC 2.100.100)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission voted unanimously to recommend that the Council approve the electric vehicle parking chapter. The recommendation includes an amendment to encourage EV-Ready circuits in private garages to terminate in plugs.
- Approved the meeting agenda
- Approved May 15, 2023 meeting minutes
- Recommended Council approve electric vehicle parking chapter as proposed, with amendment for EV-Ready circuits in private garages (Unanimous)
Sea Level Rise Response Collaborative-Executive Committee
The Executive Committee approved the meeting agenda and the March 3, 2023, minutes. Members voted to postpone the approval of the 2024 Sea Level Rise Collaborative Liaison budget until the September 1, 2023, meeting.
- Approved meeting agenda
- Approved March 3, 2023 meeting minutes
- Extended 2024 Sea Level Rise Collaborative Liaison budget approval deadline to September 1, 2023 (2-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Utility Advisory Committee
The committee unanimously recommended that City Council approve a 50% exemption of General Facilities Charges (GFCs) for qualifying affordable housing developments. To offset the revenue loss, the committee recommended increasing GFC rates on all new applicable development by 2%.
- Approved recommendation to City Council for 50% GFC exemption for qualifying affordable housing (Unanimous)
- Approved recommendation to increase GFC rates on all new applicable development by 2% to offset revenue loss (Unanimous)
- Approved May 4, 2023 meeting minutes
Site Plan Review Committee
The committee held a presubmission conference for the Carnegie Whiskey Library project at 620 Franklin St SE. No formal decisions or votes were recorded in the minutes.
- Presubmission conference held for Carnegie Whiskey Library (620 Franklin St SE)
Finance Committee
The Committee reviewed a feasibility analysis for the SE Urban Growth Area annexation but requested more data. The recommendation was tabled. The Committee also received an update on Olympia Strong initiatives and public engagement survey results.
- Approved April 19, 2023 meeting minutes
- Tabled SE Urban Growth Area Annexation Recommendation (23-0428)
- Received Olympia Strong update report (23-0420)
- Decided to hold June 21 meeting in person
Social Justice & Equity Commission
The Commission held a retreat facilitated by SDM Consulting to discuss Olympia Police Department standards, policies, and accountability mechanisms. Deputy Police Chief Sam Costello presented on department practices, including use of force and resource allocation. No formal votes were recorded.
- Discussed creation of an OPD/Commission website
- Expressed interest in creating a subcommittee for police responsiveness and oversight models
- Planned ride alongs or walk alongs with OPD officers
Design Review Board
The Board approved the Context Plan, Site Plan Landscape Plan, and Building Design Plan for the Terrace on Columbia project at 798 Columbia St SW. All three recommendations from staff were approved by a 5-0 vote with one member recused.
- Approved Context Plan for Terrace on Columbia (5-0)
- Approved Site Plan Landscape Plan for Terrace on Columbia (5-0)
- Approved Building Design Plan for Terrace on Columbia (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Land Use & Environment Committee
The Committee reviewed recommendations from the Multi-Family Tax Exemption Feasibility Study. The recommendation was moved forward for approval subject to additional legal and staff review. No other substantive policy decisions were made.
- Recommended approval of Multi-Family Tax Exemption Feasibility Study Recommendations pending additional legal and staff review
- Approved the meeting agenda
- Approved April 27, 2023 meeting minutes
Cultural Access Program Advisory Board
The board approved the 2023 meeting schedule by consensus. Members also received an orientation on the history of the Cultural Access Program and recommendations from the Ad Hoc Committee.
- Approved 2023 meeting schedule (consensus)
- Approved agenda
Civil Service Commission
The Commission certified the Entry Level Police Officer Register and the Promotional Fire Paramedic Lieutenant Register. Both certifications were made effective May 25, 2023.
- Approved certification of Entry Level Police Officer Register (2-0)
- Approved certification of Promotional Fire Paramedic Lieutenant Register (2-0)
- Approved agenda
- Approved March 21, 2023 meeting minutes
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Community Livability and Public Safety Committee
The committee received a presentation on the timeline for the Civilian Oversight of Law Enforcement project. Additionally, the committee received a briefing on the Comprehensive Study of the Olympia Police Department. No legislative actions were taken.
- Approved April 26, 2023 meeting minutes
- Approved May 2, 2023 meeting minutes
- Received report on Comprehensive Study of the Olympia Police Department
City Council
The City Council conducted a work session featuring presentations from the Economic Development Director, the Downtown Improvement District Steering Committee, and the Olympia Downtown Alliance. No formal votes or decisions were made during this study session.
Social Justice & Equity Commission
The Commission approved the meeting agenda and the April 24, 2023 minutes. Members discussed the upcoming Community Discrimination Assessment survey and the agenda for a May 27 retreat. Co-Chairs agreed to present Commission comments on the Draft 2022 Police Auditor Annual Report to the City Council on June 6.
- Approved meeting agenda
- Approved April 24, 2023 meeting minutes
- Co-Chairs agreed to attend June 6 City Council meeting regarding Police Auditor report
Heritage Commission
The Commission met for a site visit regarding a window replacement permit application at 322 Capitol Way N. Staff will follow up on a recently installed vinyl window on the north elevation that appears non-compatible.
- Approved the agenda
- Approved May 15, 2023 Heritage Review Committee meeting minutes
Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee
The committee conducted a new member orientation and received briefings on sidewalk repairs and the Comprehensive Plan Update. No substantive policy decisions or legislative actions were taken during the meeting.
- Approved the meeting agenda
- Approved March 15, 2023 meeting minutes
- Received Sidewalk Repair Briefing
- Received Comprehensive Plan Update Briefing
- Received Housekeeping Report
City Council
The City Council approved a $412,500 funding package for downtown improvements and theater support. The council also approved several appointments to city commissions and passed three ordinances on first reading. An ordinance regarding residential parking requirements was postponed.
- Approved $412,500 Downtown Improvement and Theater District Funding Package (5-0)
- Approved 2023 Neighborhood Matching Grants (5-0)
- Approved appointments to Cultural Access Program Advisory Board, Arts Commission, and Heritage Commission (5-0)
- Approved ordinance consolidating land use permit processes on first reading (5-0)
- Approved first quarter budget amendment ordinance on first reading (5-0)
- Approved operating, special and capital budgets amendment ordinance on first reading (5-0)
- Postponed ordinance amending residential parking requirements to June 6, 2023
- Adopted May 9, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (10 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Commission held a public hearing regarding proposed electric vehicle parking requirements but deferred deliberation to a future meeting. The body also received a presentation on Transportation Master Plan Funding.
- Approved May 1, 2023 meeting minutes
- Closed public hearing on Electric Vehicle (EV) Parking Requirements; deliberation tabled
- Received information on Transportation Master Plan Funding
Heritage Commission
The commission conducted a site visit to the James Martin Warehouse at 115 State Avenue NE. Recommendations regarding the property's listing in the Olympia Heritage Register and its special property tax valuation were both tabled.
- Approved March 27, 2023 Heritage Review Committee Meeting Minutes
- Tabled recommendation to list James Martin Warehouse in the Olympia Heritage Register
- Tabled recommendation for James Martin Warehouse Special Property Tax Valuation
Design Review Board
The Board reviewed the detail design for the Dickerson Mixed Use Development at 4336 Martin Way E. The Board voted to recommend approval of the design review with conditions to the building permit.
- Recommended approval with conditions for Dickerson Mixed Use Development design review (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Arts Commission
The Commission voted to forward recommendations to the City Council for the appointment of a new Poet Laureate and the acceptance of a mural donation. The body also received a recap of the April 2023 Arts Walk event.
- Recommended approval of "Arc of Aging" mural as a donation to the Art in Public Places Program (Unanimous)
- Recommended Kathleen Byrd for 2023-2025 Poet Laureate to City Council (Unanimous)
- Approved March 9, 2023 meeting minutes
Site Plan Review Committee
The Site Plan Review Committee reviewed a presubmission conference item for Safelite AutoGlass. The committee recommended a waiver of land use review for the project.
- Recommended waiver of land use review for Safelite AutoGlass at 2415 Capital Mall Dr SW
City Council
The City Council adopted a consent calendar including zoning code text amendments and multiple resolutions for housing impact fee exemptions and agreements. The Council also approved the purchase of a conservation easement near Cooper Point RD NW and 20th Ave NW.
- Adopted zoning code text amendments regarding Reasonable Use Exceptions
- Approved resolution for Priority and Subordination Agreement with Low Income Housing Institute for Unity Commons Phase II
- Approved partial impact fee exemption agreement with FSCSS West Olympia LLLP for 3524 7th Avenue SW
- Approved partial impact fee exemption agreement with the Housing Authority of Thurston County
- Approved purchase of a conservation easement near Cooper Point RD NW and 20th Ave NW
- Approved subordination of City Right-of-Way to the State of Washington Department of Ecology
- Approved 2023 Heritage Awards Nominations
- Reached consensus to provide $5,000 to the Olympia-Kato Sister City Association
🗳️ How they voted (10 roll-call votes)
LEOFF I Disability Board
The LEOFF I Disability Board approved three medical-related requests for individual members: up to $1,000/month for medication, $2,337.48 for durable medical equipment, and $890 for a prescription injection. All three items were approved unanimously (4-0) with one member excused. The board also approved the March 2023 meeting minutes.
- Approved up to $1,000/month for medication not covered by insurance (4-0)
- Approved $2,337.48 reimbursement for durable medical equipment (4-0)
- Approved $890 reimbursement for a prescription injection (4-0)
- Approved minutes from March 13, 2023 meeting
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Utility Advisory Committee
The Olympia Utility Advisory Committee approved the creation of a sub-committee to review the Utilities chapter of the Comprehensive Plan, and received reports on solid waste code revisions and quarterly financial updates. A briefing on the Equity Index was postponed due to a staff emergency.
- Approved agenda as amended (postponed Equity Index briefing)
- Approved April 6, 2023 meeting minutes as amended (acknowledging email from Terry Ballard)
- Established a Comprehensive Plan sub-committee/study group to review the Utilities chapter (motion carried unanimously)
PBIA Advisory Board
The PBIA Advisory Board met on May 3, 2023, and received informational briefings on Olympia's Walking Patrol, the city's Homeless Response, and the Downtown Improvement District. No substantive decisions were made; the board approved the agenda and prior meeting minutes, and heard reports on the mural and street lighting projects.
- Approved the meeting agenda
- Approved the April 12, 2023 meeting minutes
- Received briefing on Olympia's Walking Patrol (no action taken)
- Received briefing on Olympia's Homeless Response (no action taken)
- Received briefing on the Downtown Improvement District (no action taken)
Site Plan Review Committee
The Site Plan Review Committee met virtually on May 3, 2023, and reviewed two presubmission conference items: 23-0382 at 4315 Harrison Ave NW and 23-0383 at 4343 Harrison Ave NW. For both items, the minutes only state that 'the information was provided,' with no decisions or votes recorded. The meeting then adjourned.
- 23-0382 at 4315 Harrison Ave NW: information provided, no decision recorded
- 23-0383 at 4343 Harrison Ave NW: information provided, no decision recorded
Community Livability and Public Safety Committee
The Committee interviewed applicants for the Cultural Access Program Advisory Board and reviewed qualifications for other vacancies. They recommended nine individuals for the Cultural Access board and one person each for the Heritage and Arts commissions. These recommendations were forwarded to the City Council for final action.
- Recommended Mariella Luz, Kris Tucker, Paul Parker, Justin McKaughan, Melissa Meade, Mikaela Shafer, Anne Larsen, Diana Fairbanks and Bret Anderson for the Cultural Access Program Advisory Board
- Recommended Stacy Hicks for the Heritage Commission vacancy
- Recommended Coral Garey for the Arts Commission vacancy
Planning Commission
The Commission approved the April 17, 2023, meeting minutes and the meeting agenda. Members accepted a minority report regarding Residential Parking Requirements Code Amendments after reviewing revisions for language and clarity. Staff provided an update on the Olympia 2045 Comprehensive Plan.
- Approved April 17, 2023, meeting minutes
- Approved meeting agenda
- Accepted amended minority report on Residential Parking Requirements Code Amendments (unanimous)
Land Use & Environment Committee
The Committee approved recommendations for residential parking requirements, land use permit processes, and International Building Code changes. Staff were also directed to draft ordinances regarding commercial building electrification and electric vehicle parking.
- Accepted Planning Commission recommendation for residential parking requirements with multifamily corrections (2-1)
- Approved recommended ordinance for land use permit processes (3-0)
- Approved International Building Code ordinance recommendation and adopted appendix T for residential solar ready (3-0)
- Directed staff to draft an ordinance for commercial building electrification and decarbonization code changes
- Directed staff to draft an ordinance for electric vehicle parking requirements
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Site Plan Review Committee
The committee recommended approval for the RMAC South project subject to conditions. Information was provided for two presubmission conferences.
- Recommended approval subject to conditions for North Thurston Public Schools - RMAC South (200 Sleater-Kinney Rd NE)
Community Livability and Public Safety Committee
The Committee recommended the Olympia Heritage Award nominations and the Community Development Block Grant Program Year 2023 Annual Action Plan allocations for City Council consideration. The body also reviewed proposed updates to advisory committee procedures.
- Recommended Olympia Heritage Award nominations for City Council consideration (3-0)
- Recommended CDBG Program Year 2023 Annual Action Plan allocations for City Council approval (3-0)
- Approved March 22, 2023 meeting minutes
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Metropolitan Park District Advisory Committee
The Committee elected new leadership and reviewed the 2022 Draft Annual Compliance Report. Members discussed an Interlocal Agreement and expressed a desire to be involved in future City Council discussions on the matter.
- Approved election of Daniel Farber as Chair and Roger Horn as Vice Chair (4-0)
- Approved October 5, 2022 meeting minutes
- Approved amended agenda to include Interlocal Agreement discussion
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council held a special meeting to receive a briefing on the Martin Way Corridor Study. The session focused on a vision to transition the corridor from automobile-dominated use to a pedestrian-friendly, mixed-use area. No formal votes or policy decisions were made.
Social Justice & Equity Commission
The Commission elected a new Co-Chair and approved objectives for an upcoming committee retreat. Members also received presentations on civilian law enforcement oversight and lodging tax application processes.
- Elected Commissioner Bassalé as Co-Chair (10-0)
- Approved objectives for the May 27 Social Justice and Equity Committee Retreat (10-0)
- Approved March 27, 2023 meeting minutes
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Metropolitan Park District Board
The Metropolitan Park District Board re-elected its President and Vice President. The Board also approved a new meeting start time of 5:30 p.m. and updated the Advisory Committee's work plan and charter.
- Re-elected President Jim Cooper (unanimous)
- Re-elected Vice President Lisa Parshley (unanimous)
- Approved resolution changing meeting start time to 5:30 p.m. (5-0)
- Appointed Jamie Gerken to the OMPD Advisory Committee (5-0)
- Approved 2023 OMPD Advisory Committee Work Plan (5-0)
- Approved minor changes to Advisory Committee Charter (5-0)
- Approved November 15, 2022 meeting minutes
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Community Livability and Public Safety Committee
The committee conducted ten-minute interviews with applicants for the Cultural Access Program Advisory Board. Members discussed applicant qualifications and board membership following the interviews.
Site Plan Review Committee
The committee conducted a presubmission conference for the Ethel School Development (Parcel 35300000100, 23-1028). Information was provided during the session. No other substantive actions were recorded.
- Held presubmission conference for Ethel School Development (23-0331)
Finance Committee
The committee received a report on a new indirect cost allocation model for 2024. Members discussed transportation project funding needs and revenue streams. A report was provided regarding the use of $392,500 in Economic Development Reserve funds for a Downtown Creative District package.
- Approved the agenda
- Approved March 15, 2023 meeting minutes
- Received report on 2024 indirect cost allocation model
- Completed discussion on Transportation Master Plan funding
Heritage Commission
The Heritage Commission approved the addition of the Sandberg House to the Olympia Heritage Register. The commission also approved seven nominations for the 2023 Olympia Heritage Awards. Members discussed planning for Heritage Month 2023.
- Approved nomination of Sandberg House at 208 Percival St NW to the Olympia Heritage Register (unanimous)
- Approved seven nominations for 2023 Olympia Heritage Awards, including an amendment to nominate the KGY building rather than the business (unanimous)
City Council
The City Council approved an ordinance extending the public health emergency regarding houselessness. Other actions included authorizing real estate purchase for habitat protection and adopting a waste management plan.
- Approved ordinance declaring continuing state of public health emergency related to houselessness (7-0)
- Approved purchase of real estate from Jacob Kon for aquatic habitat protection and flood management
- Adopted Waste ReSources Management Plan 2023-2030
- Adopted ordinance adding Compost Procurement Chapter 16.90 to Municipal Code
- Approved zoning code text amendments for Reasonable Use Exceptions on first reading
- Approved resolution honoring Olympia Firehouse 5 and its members (7-0)
- Supported adoption of the Olympia Joint Plan with three requested modifications (7-0)
- Adopted April 11, 2023 City Council meeting minutes
🗳️ How they voted (9 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Commission approved an ordinance to consolidate land use permit processes. It also accepted amendments to residential parking requirement codes and passed a motion to remove parking minimums for all residential developments in Olympia.
- Approved permit streamlining process with modification to Notice of Application table (Unanimous)
- Accepted residential parking requirement code amendments, including three modifications (7-2)
- Approved amendment to remove parking minimums for all residential developments in Olympia (5-4)
- Approved April 3, 2023, meeting minutes
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
PBIA Advisory Board
The Board approved two $1,000 event sponsorships and the Request for Proposals for Makers Market events. A request for a community bulletin board sponsorship was deferred pending more information.
- Approved $1,000 event sponsorship for Pride (unanimous)
- Approved $1,000 event sponsorship for Sweet 16 Dance Battle (unanimous)
- Requested more information for $1,000 community bulletin board sponsorship at 4th and Plum
- Approved Request for Proposals for Makers Market Event (8-0, 1 abstention)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Site Plan Review Committee
The committee recommended approval for the Bing Street Apartments project subject to specific conditions. Information was provided regarding a retail addition at Cooper Point.
- Recommended approval for Bing Street Apartments at 301 Bing Street SW subject to conditions
City Council
The City Council adopted the consent calendar, which included the March 28 meeting minutes and 2023 Advisory Committee Work Plans. A resolution was adopted to ratify a Memorandum of Understanding with Catholic Community Services of Western Washington for federal grant funding. An ordinance to add a compost procurement chapter to the municipal code was approved on first reading.
- Approved March 28, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)
- Approved 2023 Advisory Committee Work Plans (7-0)
- Adopted resolution for MOU with Catholic Community Services of Western Washington for federal grant funding (7-0)
- Approved first reading of Ordinance amending Title 16 to add Compost Procurement Chapter 16.90 (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Utility Advisory Committee
The committee approved the meeting agenda and the March 2, 2023, minutes. Staff provided briefings on the Drinking Water Quality Program and the proposed repeal of waste management general facility charges. No substantive policy decisions were voted upon.
- Approved agenda
- Approved March 2, 2023 meeting minutes
Site Plan Review Committee
The committee held a presubmission conference for the Walnut Townhomes project at 2011 Walnut Rd NW. No formal decisions or votes were recorded in the minutes.
- Held presubmission conference for 23-0292 Walnut Townhomes (2011 Walnut Rd NW)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission held a public hearing regarding an ordinance to consolidate land use permit processes. The commission voted to accept written comments on the matter through April 7, 2023. No final decision on the ordinance was recorded.
- Approved the meeting agenda
- Approved March 20, 2023 meeting minutes
- Approved motion to accept written comments on land use permit process ordinance through noon on April 7, 2023 (unanimous)
Site Plan Review Committee
The committee reviewed three presubmission conferences. A waiver of land use review was recommended for one project, while information was provided for two others.
- Recommended waiver of land use review for Earsley Investments III, LLC (2630 Martin Way E)
- Information provided for WAFD Bank Olympia (406 Water St SW)
- Information provided for Copper Grove Apartments (3909 9th Ave SW)
City Council
The City Council adopted a consent calendar including a multifamily housing tax exemption for St. Francis House on Martin Way and several commission appointments. The Council also approved the top ten traffic box wrap designs and appointed Bobby Williams as the Drexel House Artist in Residence. Two public hearings were held regarding the CDBG Five-Year Consolidated Plan and the Fair Housing Assessment.
- Approved multifamily housing tax exemption for St. Francis House on Martin Way LLC (7-0)
- Approved agreement with Pioneer Technologies for grant management and brownfield consulting (7-0)
- Approved top ten 2023 Traffic Box Wrap designs (7-0)
- Approved Bobby Williams as Drexel House Artist in Residence (7-0)
- Approved appointments to Arts, Heritage, and Planning Commissions (7-0)
- Approved appointments to Bicycle and Pedestrian, Parks and Recreation, Social Justice and Equity, and Utility committees (7-0)
- Approved reappointments to advisory committees and commissions (7-0)
- Adopted March 7 and March 21, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (15 roll-call votes)
Social Justice & Equity Commission
The commission approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from February 27, 2023. Discussions regarding the lodging tax application and award process were continued to the April 24 meeting. The co-chair election was postponed to April 24 due to a loss of quorum.
- Approved meeting agenda
- Approved February 27, 2023 meeting minutes
- Continued discussion on Lodging Tax Application and Award Process Improvement to April 24
- Postponed co-chair election to April 24
Heritage Commission
The Heritage Commission met on-site at 208 Percival St NW to review a nomination for the Sandberg House. The commission voted unanimously to recommend the property be listed in the Olympia Heritage Register.
- Approved October 24, 2022 Heritage Review Committee Meeting Minutes
- Recommended listing the Sandberg House at 208 Percival St NW in the Olympia Heritage Register under criteria A, B, and E (unanimous)
Design Review Board
The board attended a retreat featuring presentations on the Comprehensive Plan, the city land use and permit review process, and historic preservation. The meeting included an architectural trivia game and a walking tour of completed projects. No substantive policy or project decisions were made.
- Approved the agenda
Land Use & Environment Committee
The Land Use & Environment Committee recommended approval of the Thurston County Joint Plan with three specific amendments. The committee also reviewed the scope of work for an Affordable Homeownership Study and received an update on the Briggs Urban Village development.
- Recommended approval of Joint Plan as amended (2-0)
- Approved February 23, 2023 meeting minutes
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Site Plan Review Committee
The committee held presubmission conferences for two projects. No formal decisions, approvals, or denials were recorded in the minutes.
- Presubmission conference held for LCM Pritchard Rehabilitation and Expansion (415 15th Ave SW)
- Presubmission conference held for Bundy Bubbleology Project (2735 Harrison Ave NW #435)
Heritage Commission
The Commission approved the 2023 work plan with an amendment to remove partnering with LoveOly. Members also discussed planning for Heritage Month 2023 and the process for annual Heritage Award nominations.
- Approved 2023 work plan with amendment to remove LoveOly partnership (unanimous)
- Approved December 7, 2022 meeting minutes
- Approved meeting agenda
Community Livability and Public Safety Committee
The committee held a meeting with the chairs and liaisons of the City's advisory committees. The group discussed work plans, the role of Council liaisons, and the application review process.
- Approved the agenda
- Approved February 22, 2023 meeting minutes
Cultural Access Program Ad Hoc Committee
The Cultural Access Program Ad Hoc Committee reviewed the Draft Recommendations Report. Members provided edits and organizational changes and agreed on the language for the introduction and conclusion sections.
- Approved the agenda
- Approved March 7, 2023 meeting minutes
- Agreed on language for the Draft Recommendations Report introduction and conclusion
City Council
The City Council held a study session featuring a briefing from Interim Fire Chief Todd Carson and Interim Deputy Fire Chief Mike Buchanan. The presentation covered the fundamentals and current state of the City of Olympia Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan. No formal decisions were made during this session.
Committee of the Chairs
The Committee discussed logistics, location, and agenda topics for the Mid-Year City Council retreat scheduled for June 17. They suggested the LOTT Boardroom as the primary location and Communications Resources Northwest as the facilitator.
- Suggested LOTT Boardroom as retreat location, with Council Chambers as backup
- Proposed Communications Resources Northwest as facilitator
- Identified potential agenda topics: Council working agreement, Community Survey Results, work plan check-in, 2024 budget, and updated City Council Guidebook
- Requested a group dinner on June 16
Civil Service Commission
The Commission certified the Entry Level Firefighter and Entry Level Police Officer registers. These registers determine the list of eligible candidates for hiring into those roles.
- Approved certification of Entry Level Firefighter Register effective March 21, 2023 (3-0)
- Approved certification of Entry Level Police Officer Register effective March 21, 2023 (3-0)
- Approved February 22, 2023 meeting minutes
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission held a public hearing regarding Residential Parking Requirement Code Amendments. The commission voted to extend the period for written and voice mail comments. No final decision was made on the code amendments.
- Approved the agenda
- Approved March 6, 2023 meeting minutes
- Extended written and voice mail comment period for Residential Parking Requirement Code Amendments to April 7, 2023, by noon (unanimous)
Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee
The committee approved the agenda and the minutes from the January 19, 2023 meeting. Members received briefings on Olympia Strong and common partnerships for the Parks, Arts and Recreation Department.
- Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
- Approved January 19, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Received briefing on Olympia Strong
- Received report on common partnerships for the Parks, Arts and Recreation Department
Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee
The committee approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from January 18, 2023. Members received reports regarding the ADA Transition Plan and Implementation and the Capital Mall Triangle Subarea Plan and EIS.
- Approved meeting agenda
- Approved January 18, 2023 meeting minutes
- Received Capital Mall Triangle Subarea Plan and EIS briefing
- Received ADA Transition Plan and Implementation briefing
- Received Housekeeping Report
Finance Committee
The committee reviewed reports on accounting standards, climate funding sources, and tax options to increase revenue. The City Manager recommended using an estimated $9,550,000 fund balance for various city services and repairs. No formal votes were taken on these business items.
- Approved January 18, 2023 meeting minutes
- Decided to continue holding meetings via Zoom unless the agenda dictates otherwise
Arts Commission
The Commission forwarded recommendations to City Council for the Artist in Residence Program and traffic box wrap designs. Members also requested more information regarding the Arc of Aging Gift of Art Proposal.
- Recommended Bobby Williams for Artist in Residence Program to City Council (unanimous)
- Forwarded top ten public vote images for Traffic Box Wraps to City Council (unanimous)
- Directed staff to gather scaling and community response info for Arc of Aging Proposal (unanimous)
- Approved cancellation of April 13, 2023 meeting
- Moved spring retreat from May to June 2023
- Approved February 7, 2023 meeting minutes
Site Plan Review Committee
The committee conducted a presubmission conference for the Cooper’s Knoll project at 2200 Crestwood Pl NW. No other substantive decisions were recorded.
- Held presubmission conference for 23-0222 Cooper’s Knoll, 2200 Crestwood Pl NW, 23-0949
Cultural Access Program Ad Hoc Committee
The Cultural Access Program Ad Hoc Committee reviewed and discussed a draft recommendations report and the definitions of useful terms. Revisions to the report will be sent to the committee before the next meeting.
- Approved the meeting agenda
- Approved February 21, 2023 meeting minutes
City Council
The City Council approved the sale of city-owned real property at 3900 Boulevard Road SE to South Puget Sound Habitat for Humanity. The council also adopted a consent calendar containing multiple resolutions related to housing grants, fire training, and a national opioid settlement.
- Approved sale of 3900 Boulevard Road SE to South Puget Sound Habitat for Humanity (5-0)
- Approved $1,325,000 grant for Lansdale Pointe Apartments Project at 911 Burr Rd SE (5-0)
- Approved $150,000 Home Fund Grant Agreement with Low-Income Housing Institute (5-0)
- Approved participation in a National Opioid Settlement (5-0)
- Approved 2023 Plinth Project sculptures for exhibition (5-0)
- Approved amendment to Interlocal Agreement with Thurston County Fire Protection District 3 (5-0)
- Approved restrictive covenant with St. Francis House on Martin Way, LLC (5-0)
- Approved amendment to Program Year 2022 Community Development Block Grant Annual Action Plan (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (13 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The commission approved the minutes from November 30, 2022, January 25, 2023, and February 6, 2023. Staff provided briefings on residential parking code amendments, the permit process review, and 2022 building permit data for low-density neighborhoods. No substantive policy decisions were made.
- Approved November 30, 2022 meeting minutes
- Approved January 25, 2023 meeting minutes
- Approved February 6, 2023 meeting minutes
- Approved the meeting agenda
Sea Level Rise Response Collaborative-Executive Committee
The Committee voted to maintain its current leadership for the 2023 term. Members received updates on the 2023 workplan, the December 2022 King Tide flood event, and the Budd Inlet sediment remediation project.
- Approved keeping current Chair and Vice Chair for 2023 (unanimous)
- Approved the meeting agenda
- Approved November 4, 2022 meeting minutes
- Received report on December 27, 2022 King Tide flood event
Utility Advisory Committee
The committee approved its 2023-2024 Work Plan for submission to the City Council. Members also voted to retain the current Chair and Vice Chair through the end of 2023. Staff provided updates on waste resource facilities, stormwater permit compliance, and tribal coordination.
- Approved 2023-2024 UAC Work Plan (unanimous)
- Elected Dennis Bloom as UAC Chair through end of 2023 (unanimous)
- Elected Kristin Lamson as UAC Vice Chair through end of 2023 (unanimous)
- Approved February 2, 2023 meeting minutes
Community Livability and Public Safety Committee
The Community Livability and Public Safety Committee conducted interviews with applicants for several advisory committees and commissions. Members discussed the qualifications of the applicants and the composition of the committees.
- Interviewed applicants for Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee
- Interviewed applicants for Social Justice and Equity Commission
- Interviewed applicants for Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee
- Interviewed applicants for Utility Advisory Committee
Site Plan Review Committee
The Site Plan Review Committee reviewed two presubmission projects. A waiver of land use review was recommended for the dog training and retail project at 511 Cherry St SE.
- Recommended Waiver of Land Use Review for 23-0150 Dog Training and Retail, 511 Cherry St SE
- Reviewed information for 23-0187 1400 Bethel St NE
Community Livability and Public Safety Committee
The Community Livability and Public Safety Committee conducted interviews for several advisory positions. Members discussed the qualifications of the applicants and the membership of the committees.
- Interviewed applicants for Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee, Arts Commission, Heritage Commission, Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee, and Utility Advisory Committee
PBIA Advisory Board
The board met for a special networking dinner to discuss projects. No formal votes or policy decisions were recorded.
- Approved the agenda
City Council
The City Council conducted two study sessions to review proposals and feasibility studies. No formal votes or decisions were made during this work session.
- Discussed RFP process for city-owned property at 108 State Avenue NE
- Discussed expansion of Aquatic Feasibility Study to include Olympia Center, Senior Center, and Police Department Westside Sub-station
Social Justice & Equity Commission
The Commission approved a recommendation to hold a retreat to explore police oversight and the Commission's role in that process. It also recommended approval of the 2023-24 work plan with edits for review by the Community Livability and Public Safety Committee.
- Approved recommendation to hold a retreat to explore police oversight and the Commission's role (9-0)
- Recommended approval of the 2023-24 work plan with edits for review by the Community Livability and Public Safety Committee (9-0)
- Approved January 23, 2023 meeting minutes
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Design Review Board
The Design Review Board recommended approval for the Lansdale Pointe concept design review with conditions. The board also recommended approval of the 2023 Design Review Board Work Plan to be forwarded to the Community Livability Public Safety Committee.
- Recommended approval with conditions of the Lansdale Pointe concept design review (unanimous)
- Recommended approval of the 2023 Design Review Board Work Plan (unanimous)
- Approved January 26, 2023 meeting minutes
Land Use & Environment Committee
The committee recommended adopting the 2023-2030 Waste Resources Management Plan and forwarding it to the City Council. It also moved to forward Planning Commission recommendations regarding reasonable use exceptions to the City Council.
- Recommended approval of 2023-2030 Waste Resources Management Plan (3-0)
- Forwarded Planning Commission recommendation on reasonable use exceptions to City Council (3-0)
- Approved January 19, 2023 meeting minutes
- Approved meeting agenda
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Community Livability and Public Safety Committee
The committee approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from January 25, 2023. Members received a property crime update from police leadership and a report on the Youth Council's scope, schedule, and budget.
- Approved meeting agenda
- Approved January 25, 2023 meeting minutes
- Received property crime update from Police Chief Allen and Lieutenant Wyllie
- Received Youth Council scope, schedule, and budget report from Susan Grisham
Civil Service Commission
The Commission approved the promotional Fire Lieutenant Register and the minimum qualifications for Lateral Firefighters. Additionally, the body approved a language change to Civil Service Rule XIII regarding voluntary demotions from Firefighter Paramedic to Firefighter.
- Approved promotional Fire Lieutenant Register (2-0)
- Approved Lateral Firefighter Minimum Qualifications (2-0)
- Approved language change to Civil Service Rule XIII regarding voluntary demotion from Firefighter Paramedic to Firefighter (2-0)
- Approved Dec 20, 2022 meeting minutes
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Cultural Access Program Ad Hoc Committee
The committee approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from February 7, 2023. Members discussed the structure of the grant program and received an update on Cultural Access Programming in schools.
- Approved the agenda
- Approved February 7, 2023 meeting minutes
LEOFF I Disability Board
The Board reelected its leadership for 2023 and approved the minutes from January 9, 2023. Proposed changes to LEOFF policies and procedures were reviewed but not yet approved, with further revisions expected by March 13, 2023.
- Approved January 9, 2023 meeting minutes
- Reelected Jim Cooper as Chair
- Reelected Mark Hansen as Vice Chair
- Tabled approval of LEOFF policies and procedures pending additional changes
Arts Commission
The Arts Commission approved a new mission statement and the final design for the Martin Way & Pacific Avenue Art Crossing. The commission also forwarded the 2023-2024 Work Plan and 16 recommended sculptures for the Percival Plinth Project to the City Council.
- Approved final design for Martin Way & Pacific Avenue Art Crossing (Unanimous)
- Approved new Arts Commission Mission Statement (Unanimous)
- Forwarded 16 recommended sculptures for Percival Plinth Project to City Council, pending engineering review (Unanimous)
- Forwarded 2023-2024 Work Plan and Municipal Art Plan to Community Livability and Public Safety Committee (Unanimous)
- Approved January 12, 2023 meeting minutes
Site Plan Review Committee
The committee reviewed three items, recommending one project for approval with conditions. Other items were presented for information only.
- Recommended approval subject to conditions for Grass Lake Nature Trail (Parcel 60101101400)
- Information provided for The Liberation Collective (1223 Bethel St NE)
- Information provided for Fones Road Widening (1411 Fones Rd SE LOT)
Cultural Access Program Ad Hoc Committee
The committee approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from January 17, 2023. Members reviewed initial survey results from existing cultural nonprofit organizations regarding the grant program structure.
- Approved the meeting agenda
- Approved January 17, 2023 meeting minutes
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission recommended that City Council adopt draft zoning code text amendments regarding reasonable use exceptions. The commission also received briefings on electric vehicle and residential parking standards.
- Recommended approval of draft zoning code text amendments related to reasonable use exceptions to City Council (8-1)
- Approved the agenda
- Approved January 23, 2023 meeting minutes
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Utility Advisory Committee
The Utility Advisory Committee voted unanimously to send a letter to City Council recommending the adoption and support of the 2023-2030 Waste ReSources Master Plan. The committee requested that a timeline of planned actions be added to the recommendation and posted on the City's website. A draft 2023-2024 work plan was discussed and will be finalized in March.
- Approved December 1, 2022 meeting minutes as amended
- Recommended adoption of 2023-2030 Waste ReSources Master Plan (Unanimous)
PBIA Advisory Board
The board adopted the 2023 PBIA Work Plan and approved budget adjustments to support mural projects. This included adding funds for mural protection and reducing the Artesian Project budget to $37,500.
- Approved adding $1,500 for mural protection in 2023 to the OAA contract (Unanimous)
- Adopted the 2023 PBIA Work Plan as amended (Unanimous)
- Approved budget adjustments including reducing the Artesian Project to $37,500 to support the mural project (Unanimous)
- Approved January 4, 2023 meeting minutes
City Council
The City Council met with the Squaxin Island Tribal Council to discuss mutual interests. No formal votes or legislative actions were recorded.
- Discussed West Bay Trail, Deschutes Estuary Partnership, economic development, Olympia Comprehensive Plan update, and a welcome pole
City Council
The City Council adopted the Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan and updated municipal code regarding fencing regulations. The council also approved several interlocal agreements, committee work plans, and payroll certifications totaling over $22.7 million.
- Adopted Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan (7-0)
- Adopted ordinance amending fencing regulations (7-0)
- Approved payroll and claim checks totaling $22,744,681.28 (7-0)
- Approved 2023 work plans for Finance, Land Use and Environment, and Community Livability and Public Safety committees (7-0)
- Adopted grant agreement with WA Dept of Ecology for Boulevard Nursery soil removal (7-0)
- Adopted interlocal agreements with City of Tumwater for fire training and with Lacey and Tumwater for Brewery Wellfield assets (7-0)
- Approved lease amendment for Plum Street Village with Low Income Housing Institute (7-0)
- Approved Amendment No. 2 to City Manager Steven J. Burney's employment agreement (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (16 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council held a study session featuring a briefing from the Washington State Office of Independent Investigations (OII). Director Roger Rogoff provided an overview of the legislation creating the OII and the establishment of its protocols, procedures, training, and hiring. No formal decisions were made.
Design Review Board
The Design Review Board recommended the approval of the North Thurston School District RMAC South project as proposed. The board also approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from November 3, 2022.
- Recommended approval without conditions for North Thurston School District RMAC South (unanimous)
- Approved meeting agenda
- Approved November 3, 2022 meeting minutes
Community Livability and Public Safety Committee
The Community Livability and Public Safety Committee approved its draft 2023 work plan to be forwarded to the City Council. The committee also scheduled interview dates for existing committees and the Cultural Access Advisory Board.
- Approved draft 2023 Community Livability and Public Safety Committee work plan (3-0)
- Decided to hold existing committee interviews virtually on March 1-2, 2023
- Decided to hold Cultural Access Advisory Board in-person interviews on April 19-20, 2023
- Approved November 9, 2022 meeting minutes
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Site Plan Review Committee
The committee held presubmission conferences for three projects. The minutes record that information was provided for each project, but no formal decisions or votes were taken.
- Presubmission conference held for Bailey’s Inn Phase 2 (3337 Martin Way E)
- Presubmission conference held for Legion & Jefferson (411 Legion Way SE)
- Presubmission conference held for 606 Union Remodel (606 Union Ave SE)
Planning Commission
The Commission recommended the adoption of the Olympia Joint Plan as part of the Thurston County Comprehensive Plan. It also recommended removing the grocery store requirement from the Community-Oriented Shopping Center zoning district in the Thurston County Code.
- Recommended adoption of the Olympia Joint Plan (Unanimous)
- Recommended removing grocery store requirement from Community-Oriented Shopping Center zoning district in Thurston County Code, Chapter 23.05 (12-1-1)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission approved the 2023 Work Plan as written, allowing for minor changes to topic descriptions before submission to the Community Livability and Public Safety Committee. The commission also approved the minutes from the January 9, 2023 meeting.
- Approved 2023-2024 Planning Commission Work Plan (unanimous)
- Approved January 9, 2023 meeting minutes
- Approved the meeting agenda
- Postponed Permit Processing Ordinance briefing to a later meeting
Social Justice & Equity Commission
The Commission reviewed the Police Auditor's 2021 report and discussed the process for reviewing complaint and use-of-force incidents. Members discussed the criteria for filling two open commission seats. No formal votes on business items were recorded.
- Approved the meeting agenda
- Discussed 2021 Police Auditor report and use-of-force incidents
- Discussed empowering co-chairs to review nine applications for two open seats
Land Use & Environment Committee
The Land Use & Environment Committee approved its 2023 Work Plan, including a change to meet on the 4th Thursday of each month. The committee also received an annual report on 2022 code enforcement and reviewed a financial feasibility study regarding the Southeast Urban Growth Area annexation.
- Approved 2023 Land Use and Environment Committee Work Plan (3-0)
- Approved December 15, 2022 meeting minutes
- Approved meeting agenda
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee
The committee recommended that City Council continue the Aquatic Center Feasibility Study for a specific site and recommended a 2023-24 work plan. Members also agreed to seek a resolution ensuring no budget impacts to parks if an RFA is established. Additionally, the committee appointed new leadership and recommended four candidates for membership.
- Recommended continuing Aquatic Study for Harrison Ave and Kaiser Road property (8-0)
- Approved working with staff on a resolution to prevent RFA budget impacts to Parks (8-0)
- Recommended the draft 2023-24 PRAC Work Plan for City Council approval (8-0)
- Recommended Committee member Gerken join the Olympia Metropolitan Park District Advisory Committee (8-0)
- Forwarded four candidates (E, F, H, and K) to Council's CLPS Committee for interviews (8-0)
- Appointed Committee member Safiq as Chair and Committee member Murillo as Vice Chair (8-0)
- Made masks optional at PRAC meetings (6-0, 2 abstained)
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Finance Committee
The committee recommended that the City Council consider a resolution regarding how a Regional Fire Authority vote could impact parks funding. The committee also recommended the 2023 Finance Committee Workplan for City Council approval.
- Recommended 2023 Finance Committee Workplan to City Council (3-0)
- Approved recommendation for City Council to consider resolution on Regional Fire Authority impacts to parks funding (3-0)
- Approved November 16, 2022 meeting minutes
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee
The Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee recommended approval of the 2023-24 work plan for review by the Community Livability and Public Safety Committee. The committee also recommended the top five candidates for membership and designated three alternates.
- Recommended top five new member candidates and three alternates (unanimous)
- Recommended approval of the 2023-24 work plan (unanimous)
- Approved the meeting agenda
- Approved November 16, 2022 meeting minutes
Site Plan Review Committee
The committee held presubmission conferences for three projects. The minutes record that information was provided for each project, but no formal decisions or votes were taken.
- Presubmission conference held for Nisqually Healing Center (23-0044)
- Presubmission conference held for Bayan Trails (23-0045)
- Presubmission conference held for Smith Lake Plat (23-0046)
City Council
The City Council met in executive session to discuss a personnel matter concerning the City Manager’s performance evaluation. No decisions were made during this session.
Cultural Access Program Ad Hoc Committee
The Cultural Access Program Ad Hoc Committee reviewed the progress of grant program recommendations. The committee recommended moving equity to the top of the program goal list.
- Approved the agenda
- Approved December 20 and January 3 meeting minutes
- Recommended moving Equity to the top of the grant program goal list
City Council
The City Council approved a resolution of support for a fire authority ballot proposition and amended the municipal code to allow electric security fencing in specific zones. The Council also approved 2023 lodging tax funding recommendations, excluding funding for Lakefair.
- Approved resolution supporting Olympia Tumwater Fire Authority Ballot Proposition No. 1 (6-0)
- Approved ordinance allowing electric security fencing around storage yards in commercial and industrial zones (6-0)
- Approved 2023 Lodging Tax Advisory Committee funding recommendations, excluding Lakefair funding (6-0)
- Approved City of Olympia Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan on first reading (6-0)
- Adopted January 10, 2023 City Council Meeting Minutes (6-0)
- Adopted 2023 Council Meeting Calendar and Committee Assignments (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
Arts Commission
The Commission approved a set of submitted images for the 2023 Traffic Box Wraps Program to move to a public vote. It also forwarded a ranked list of commission candidates to the Community Livability and Public Safety Committee.
- Approved submitted images for 2023 Traffic Box Wraps public vote (unanimous)
- Approved forwarding ranked list of commission candidates to Community Livability and Public Safety Committee (unanimous)
- Approved December 8, 2022 meeting minutes
- Approved agenda as amended to remove item 23-0028
Site Plan Review Committee
The committee conducted presubmission conferences for two projects. Information was provided for both the Harrison Ave Mix and the 16th Ave/Cherry Street Short Plat projects.
- Provided information for 23-0034 Harrison Ave Mix (2309 Harrison Ave NW)
- Provided information for 23-0035 16th Ave/Cherry Street Short Plat (1602-1604 1/2 Cherry St SE)
City Council
The City Council approved a public art concept plan for the Martin Way & Pacific Avenue crossing. The Council also adopted an ordinance to create a new internal Facilities Fund.
- Approved Martin Way & Pacific Avenue Art Crossing Public Art Concept Plan (7-0)
- Adopted ordinance to add an internal service Facilities Fund to Olympia Municipal Code Section 3.04.600 (7-0)
- Approved December 13, 2022 City Council Meeting Minutes (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The commission held a public hearing on zoning code text amendments regarding reasonable use exceptions but deferred deliberations to February 6, 2023. The draft 2023-2024 Planning Commission Work Plan was continued to the January 23, 2023 meeting.
- Approved the meeting agenda
- Approved December 5, 2022 meeting minutes
- Deferred deliberations on Zoning Code Text Amendments (23-0015) to February 6, 2023
- Continued discussion of Draft 2023-2024 Planning Commission Work Plan (23-0017) to January 23, 2023
LEOFF I Disability Board
The LEOFF I Disability Board met via Zoom to review a single business item. The board approved a funding request for dentures in Case #23-1.
- Approved Case #23-1 Denture Request in the amount of $3,000.00 (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The City Council held an annual retreat to discuss 2023 priorities, committee assignments, and the meeting calendar. The Council agreed to move forward with the approval of Clark Gilman as Mayor Pro Tem.
- Agreed to move forward with approval of Clark Gilman as Mayor Pro Tem
City Council
The City Council met with the 22nd District Legislative Delegation to review the City's 2023 legislative agenda. Councilmembers and staff discussed priorities including climate change, homelessness, and public safety. No formal votes or decisions were recorded.
City Council
The City Council conducted a special meeting for its annual retreat. Members participated in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion training and reviewed work plan items and 2023 priorities. No formal votes or legislative actions were recorded.
City Council
The City Council and City Manager met for a working dinner as part of the annual Council Retreat. No substantive decisions were made during this meeting.
PBIA Advisory Board
The board elected its leadership for 2023 and approved the previous meeting's minutes. Members reviewed the 2023 draft work plan and discussed the upcoming annual ratepayer meeting scheduled for March 1, 2023.
- Elected Chair Hammond and Vice Chair David for 2023 (unanimous)
- Approved December 7, 2022 meeting minutes
- Approved the meeting agenda
Site Plan Review Committee
The Site Plan Review Committee recommended approval for a conditional use permit regarding a wireless project. Information was provided for a bus station remodel.
- Recommended approval subject to conditions for 23-0002 Mission Creek Wireless CUP (1818 4th Avenue East)
Cultural Access Program Ad Hoc Committee
The committee approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from November 15 and December 6, 2022. Members received a presentation on a draft survey of cultural organizations and related program development.
- Approved the meeting agenda
- Approved November 15, 2022 and December 6, 2022 meeting minutes