Thurston County approved a propane tank storage facility for Blue Star Gas, seeking 30,000-gallon tanks, and Tinoco Development’s plan to clear 175,000 board feet of trees for housing in the Olympia area. Both projects were reviewed under SEPA (State Environmental Policy Act) and received final approvals this week.
State and local agencies expanded wildfire emergency support, with Washington’s Department of Commerce offering LIHEAP assistance, emergency grants, and tribal resources for wildfire-impacted residents. Thurston County also activated its Emergency Coordination Center for potential weather-related incidents and urged residents to report damage from the December 2025 storm.
Olympia Transit outlined public comment procedures for its August 19 meeting, where service changes will be discussed. The city also launched a new email subscription system for residents to receive targeted updates on civic issues, including service alerts and event notifications.
The Thurston County Fair will run July 30–August 2, featuring community events and carnival rides, and the Olympia City Commission has scheduled August meetings, including a special session on August 20.
What to watch next: The upcoming August 19 transit meeting and the August 20 City Commission special session may address transit service adjustments and development proposals that have been under review. Residents are encouraged to engage with the new email subscription system for timely updates on these matters.