Thurston County Board of County Commissioners Work Session
The board discussed proposed 2027 internal service rates, focusing on cost allocation for shared facilities, support services, and insurance. The presentation covered budgetary updates, including inflationary adjustments, adjustments for physical space and leases, and internal cost reductions across departments such as fleet maintenance, custodial services, and landscaping. The board also inquired about fleet efficiency and management of county-owned buildings.
Mar 25, 2026·Board meeting
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Thurston County Board of County Commissioners Work Session
The meeting provided an update on the Olympia-Lacey FIFA World Cup fan zone planning, covering the logistics, event design, and venue selection at the Port Plaza. Discussion points included the strategic benefit of the fan zone for local tourism and economic development, the selection of match days for public viewing, the integration of family-friendly activities, and the logistical arrangements for seating and food and beverage vendors during the tournament.
Jan 6, 2026·Board meeting
Board Of County Commissioners Business Meeting
The Business Meeting addressed several items primarily under the Consent Agenda. Actions included approving a contract amendment for Hearing Examiner services, updating rates for 2026. The Board also considered an amendment to the Experience Olympia & Beyond contract to extend its term through 2028 and approved the Tourism Promotion Area's 2026 Budget. Other consent items involved approving an amendment to reduce the FFY24 Homeland Security Grant Program funding, approving a resolution to change the 2025 Position Control Schedule, and authorizing Public Health and Social Services to issue Requests for Proposals/Applications for various services, including Homeless Services, Affordable Housing, Veterans Emergency Shelter funds, and Vape Prevention Grants. Agreements were approved with the Dispute Resolution Center of Thurston County and Family Education and Support Services utilizing Criminal Justice Treatment Account Funds. An Interlocal Agreement with the Thurston Mason Behavioral Health Administrative Services Organization was also approved. Furthermore, the Board acted on Interagency Agreements with the Washington State Health Care Authority and the Washington State Department of Health Consolidated Contract. Two items involved setting public hearings for February 3, 2026: one for a proposed ordinance amending Thurston County Code Chapter 2.104 regarding property management, and another for the temporary partial road closure of Sexton Drive NW. Approvals were also sought for an Interagency Agreement with the Washington State Patrol for mobilization response cost reimbursement and the creation of Fund 1210: Sheriff's Office's Aviation Program Donation Fund. Finally, voucher lists for the weeks of November 24, 2025, and December 1, 2025, were presented for approval.
