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Oct 7, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Thurston County Board of County Commissioners Work Session
The board conducted a work session focusing on the 2026-2027 biennial budget midterm adjustment. Key discussions included the review of operating and capital maintenance/policy requests, the strategy for addressing general fund deficit reduction, and the importance of maintaining reserve funds for fiscal stability. Additionally, the board discussed pending litigation and collective bargaining matters in executive and closed sessions, as well as specific budget requests related to correctional medical services and project positions for the presidential election year.
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Thurston County Planning Commission Planning Commission Meeting
The meeting primarily addressed updates to the Critical Areas Ordinance, specifically regarding wetlands and fish and wildlife habitat conservation areas. Key discussion topics included the definitions and application of mitigation sequencing, wildlife corridor protection methods, appropriate naming conventions for local oak woodlands, and the potential impacts of the Black Lake Quarry rezone on county staffing and environmental restoration obligations. Staff provided clarifications regarding the definitions of qualified professionals and approval authority terminology.
Oct 6, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Thurston County Board of County Commissioners Public Hearings
The Board of County Commissioners held public hearings to consider and approve two ordinances. The first ordinance involved amending the Thurston County Code to add Chapter 2.03, addressing standards for conduct and solicitation within county facilities to ensure public safety and access. The second ordinance focused on revising the speed limit schedule for various county roads, including six specific speed limit revisions supported by engineering studies and public feedback, along with several administrative updates to align existing field postings with the county schedule.
Oct 6, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Thurston County Board of County Commissioners Business Meeting
The board meeting covered several key agenda items, including the approval of a resolution to impose a 1/100th of a percent sales tax for children and families, and the issuance of a request for proposals for medical and mental health services for the county corrections facility. Additionally, the County Manager provided updates on lodging tax application deadlines, community conversations regarding emergency medical services, and domestic violence awareness initiatives, which included a presentation from the prosecuting attorney's office.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
