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Submitted by: Casey Schaufler, Associate Planner, City of Olympia The Olympia Planning Commission meeting agenda packet for Monday, November 2, 2026, is available for viewing on the City website through the “meeting details” tab, City of Olympia – Planning Commission.  The Planning Commission meeting will begin at 6:30 p.m. online and over the phone. This is an online-onlyContinue reading “Hearing on Proposed Small Scale Commercial in Residential Zones Nov 2”

In early to mid-September, 181 members of the community responded to a survey on small-scale commercial uses in residential neighborhoods. (previous article about this) The survey asked community members about the types of businesses that should be allowed, their scale/size, and other requirements they felt would be needed to minimize impacts on nearby properties withinContinue reading “Results of the small-scale commercial uses in residential neighborhoods survey”

Just a reminder that our fourth annual neighborhood picnic will be tomorrow – Sun, Sept 13th from 2 – 5 pm at the Lincoln Elementary School Playshed. Please bring friends and family for an afternoon of fun. There’ll be music, lots of good food, and outdoor activities for the kids. If you can, please bringContinue reading “Please join us tomorrow at our Neighborhood Picnic!”

While updating their comprehensive plan in 2025, the Olympia City Council discussed allowing small businesses to provide residents with options for goods and services in their neighborhoods. The council placed this on the Community Development Department’s workplan in 2026. City staff will be drafting proposed amendments to city code based on input they receive fromContinue reading “Small-scale commercial uses in residential neighborhoods survey open until Tues, Sept 15”

The Thurston County Absolutely Free Sharing Market promotes community connection through the free exchange of goods, food, and skills. Originating as a modest event in 2025, it quickly grew in popularity. By 2026, the market aimed for sustainability, fostering community spirit while minimizing waste. Upcoming events are scheduled for September.

It’s mid-August and summer seems to be flying by. And that means it’s almost time for our fourth annual neighborhood picnic, which is shaping up to be another fun event! Invitations should be arriving soon via snail mail. Please come! We’d love to have you join us! South Capitol Neighborhood BBQ PicnicSunday, Sept 13th, 2Continue reading “Reminder – fourth annual South Capitol neighborhood picnic is Sunday, Sept 13th”