County News
Thurston County Extends Hotel Stays for Displaced Campers
OLYMPIA – In response to 80 – 100 Deschutes Parkway camp residents being displaced by the City of Olympia on December 8, 2021, Thurston County provided funding to extend hotel stays for displaced campers for up to two months, or until exit strategies can be implemented.
January 11, 2022
Board of Commissioners Move to Virtual Meetings
OLYMPIA – Because of the rapid spread of COVID-19 in Thurston County due to the Omicron variant, in-person options for all Board of Commissioners, Board of Health, and Transportation Benefit Board meetings, work sessions, and public hearings will be removed, effective Wednesday, January 12, 2022.
January 11, 2022
Thurston County Board of Commissioners to Hold Public Hearing on Development Code Amendment to Standards for Places of Worship
OLYMPIA –The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, January 18, at 3 p.m. to receive public testimony on proposed amendments to development standards for Places of Worship in the Olympia Urban Growth Area.
January 10, 2022
Flood Health Recommendations
Thurston County Public Health and Social Services, Environmental Health is providing tips for what to do during and after a flooding event to keep you and your home safe.
January 07, 2022
Expect Major Flooding Along South Thurston County Rivers
OLYMPIA – Thurston County Emergency Management (TCEM) is notifying residents to expect flooding at local rivers.
January 06, 2022
County Seeks 2nd Round of Applications for 2022 Lodging Tax Funds
OLYMPIA – The Thurston County Lodging Tax Advisory Committee (LTAC) is accepting applications for qualified projects occurring in unincorporated Thurston County in 2022. Approximately $45,000.00 will be awarded to qualified projects.
January 06, 2022