April 2, 2026 Thurston County Solid Waste Advisory Committee Meeting

The April 2, 2026 meeting of the Thurston County Solid Waste Advisory Committee focused primarily on updates and ongoing initiatives related to solid waste management, recycling, and community outreach programs. Key procurement-related discussions included the receipt of four qualification submissions for a progressive design-build contract, with plans to shortlist candidates and issue a request for proposals, aiming for contract approval by the end of August 2026. Additionally, the committee announced a contract with Herrera Consulting to assist with the upcoming solid waste management plan update. Staffing updates were provided, noting active recruitments for several solid waste division positions, including a solid waste manager and education outreach specialist. The meeting also covered various programmatic updates such as community education efforts, compost giveaways, hazardous waste reuse programs, and environmental health initiatives, but no specific contract awards or budget allocations were detailed beyond the design-build procurement and consulting contract.