County News
Online Neighborhood Stormwater Systems Maintenance Workshop Scheduled for April 12
OLYMPIA – Property owners, property management companies, and Homeowner's Association (HOA) members who maintain neighborhood stormwater ponds and other related systems are invited to attend a free online workshop, beginning Monday, April 12. Attendees will receive information on stormwater facility requirements, inspections and maintenance 'how-to's,' budget planning and guidance, takeaway resources and information sheets, and technical assistance.
March 31, 2021
Auditor Works With Community to Strike Racially Restrictive Covenants
The Thurston County Auditor's Office is reaching out to hundreds of landowners whose properties contain antiquated unlawful racially restrictive covenants.
March 30, 2021
Commissioners to Hold Public Hearing on Proposed Medic One Tax Levy Ballot Measure
OLYMPIA – The Thurston County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, April 13, at 3 p.m. to receive public comment on adding a Thurston County Medic One property tax levy to the ballot for the August 3, 2021 election.
March 30, 2021
First SARS-CoV-2 Variant of Concern Detected in Thurston County
OLYMPIA – On Friday, March 19, 2021 Washington State Department of Health (DOH) notified Thurston County Public Health and Social Services (PHSS) of two cases of the B.1.351 variant of SARS-CoV-2 in Thurston County. A private laboratory in Washington State confirmed the B.1.351 variant Friday.
March 23, 2021
Thurston County Accepting Applications for Conservation Futures Funding
OLYMPIA – Landowners who want their land to remain undeveloped, but still want the financial benefits of selling their property, have more time to apply for Conservation Futures funding from the county. Conservation Futures is a land preservation program that allows landowners to sell their property, or future development rights, to a qualified conservation organization.
March 22, 2021
Thurston County to Host Drive Through COVID-19 Vaccine Clinics at South Puget Sound Community College
OLYMPIA – Thurston County Public Health and Social Services (PHSS) will host first dose COVID-19 vaccination clinics at South Puget Sound Community College March 18, 20 and 21. These drive through clinics are for eligible people with confirmed appointments.
March 18, 2021