Sarah K KiddB&O Tax Analyst
*******@************
+1 (***) ***-****
City of Yelm
Track open bid opportunities, contracts, public meetings, and key contacts for City of Yelm.
- Buyer type:
- City
- Location:
- Yelm, WA
- Country:
- US
Track open bid opportunities, contracts, public meetings, and key contacts for City of Yelm.
Key metrics and characteristics
Census ID
Government ID for mapping buyers across datasets.
194194
Employee FTE
Full-time equivalent employees.
64
Population
Population size to gauge opportunity scale.
12,043
Procurement Hell Score
How easy their procurement process is to navigate. Lower is better.
62 / 100
Propensity to Spend
How likely this buyer is to spend on new technology based on operating budget trends.
AI Adoption Score
How likely this buyer is to adopt new AI technologies.
Startup Friendliness
How often this buyer champions startups and early adoption.
Latest Budget Year
Unlock to view
Operating Budget
Unlock to view
Includes fiscal year calendars, procurement complexity scores, and strategic insights.
Procurement guidance and navigation tips.
Procurement Hell Score
Lower scores indicate easier procurement. Created by Starbridge.
Quick Decision Flow
Sole Source
Cooperatives
Full playbooks include agency-specific workflows, thresholds, and vendor benchmarks.
Board meetings and strategic plans from City of Yelm
The Yelm City Council conducted a special study session to discuss a development agreement regarding a 640-acre project. The presentation focused on the project's phasing, specifically highlighting the construction of a major boulevard extension, the allocation of 10 acres for commercial mixed-use development, and a commitment to affordable housing where 5% of units in each phase are designated as affordable. Additionally, the council reviewed plans for 120 acres of open space, including a central park, to ensure pedestrian connectivity and community engagement throughout the development.
The City Council meeting included public comments regarding the Blue Fern development, specifically addressing concerns about water rights, infrastructure, and school capacity. Residents also voiced opposition to a proposed ordinance that would implement automatic annual CPI adjustments for water utility rates. The Council received a presentation on the preliminary 2027-2028 budget, outlining major fund projections, reserve strategies for IT and body cameras, and proposed staffing additions across various departments.
The council approved a proclamation for National Voter Registration Day and authorized a construction contract for the downtown activated alleyway and Fuller footpath project. Municipal code updates concerning utility discount eligibility, public dance regulations, and parade ordinances were enacted through Ordinance 1156. Budget amendments were finalized through Ordinance 1157, which included the creation of a master plan community fund for development projects. Additionally, the council approved the renewal of the school resource officer agreement. Staff reports provided updates on ongoing law enforcement investigations, local public safety incidents, and upcoming community events.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
Track City of Yelm meetings, strategic plans, and budget discussions before the public bid appears.
Early signals from meeting minutes and plans
Vendor mentions and competitor tracking
Decision timeline from discussion to RFP
Public-sector contacts connected to City of Yelm.
Quotable insights from buyer leadership
