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At a special meeting on November 3, 2025, the Olympia City Council (six present, one excused) adopted the Consent Calendar including approval of the October 21, 2025 minutes and resolutions authorizing 8-year multifamily housing property tax exemptions for the Legion & Jefferson project (Urban Olympia 16A, LLC) and for Cottage Apartments (Fourth Street’s Cottages, LLC). Council also adopted a resolution authorizing an amendment to an interlocal agreement with the City of Tumwater for Community Assistance Referral and Education Services. The Council held and closed public hearings on the Transportation Improvement Program, the 2026 Preliminary Operating Budget, and the Preliminary Capital Facilities Plan (2026–2031). Staff presented and Council reviewed proposed 2026 utility rates, general facility charges, impact fees, and special (dedicated) revenues including Inspire Olympia, lodging tax, PBIA, and the Housing/Homeless Response Program. Multiple members of the public spoke. The meeting adjourned at 9:41 p.m.
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