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Economic Development

Every published summary we have tied to Economic Development in Olympia, grouped into one page so residents can follow the issue without digging through individual meetings.

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Apr 30, 2026

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Briefing

Jan 22, 2026

City of Olympia Land Use & Environment Committee approves 2026 work plan; discusses CPED plan and West Bay Yard

At the January 22, 2026 Land Use & Environment Committee meeting, the committee approved its 2026 work plan and the December 18, 2025 meeting minutes, received presentations on the Community Planning & Economic Development (CPED) 2026 work plan, and heard an update on next steps for West Bay Yard. Attendance was Chair Robert Vanderpool and Committee members Clark Gilman and Paul Berendt.

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Briefing

Jan 8, 2026

Design Review Board recommends approval of Carnegie Whisky Library design with landscaping condition (Jan 8, 2026)

The Design Review Board met hybrid on January 8, 2026. The agenda was approved, and staff announced Tim Smith's promotion to Director of Community Planning and Economic Development. The Board recommended approval of the detailed design review for Case 26-0004 (Carnegie Whisky Library, 620 Franklin St SE) with one condition: replace the Wintercreeper on the landscaping plan if it is determined to be invasive. Building design and materials/colors were approved as proposed. Vote recorded: 4 aye; 2 excused; 1 absent. The meeting adjourned at 7:25 p.m.

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Economic Development

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City of Olympia Land Use & Environment Committee approves 2026 work plan; discusses CPED plan and West Bay Yard

Design Review Board recommends approval of Carnegie Whisky Library design with landscaping condition (Jan 8, 2026)

Committee approves termination recommendation for Briggs Urban Village agreement and adopts Hearing Examiner RFQ process; discusses 2026 work plans