July 28, 2026 - Thurston County Board of County Commissioners Work Session

The Thurston County Board of County Commissioners held a work session on July 28, 2026, addressing several procurement and budget-related items. Key discussions included approval to call for sealed bids for a $2.832 million construction project to improve safety at intersections on Old Highway 99, funded through a combination of federal funds, transportation impact fees, and county funds. The board also considered declaring a former gravel pit property surplus to enable its sale, following updated county property management procedures. Additionally, the board set a public hearing date to consider adoption of updated 2026 Thurston County Road Standards. The Sheriff's Office discussed a new interlocal agreement to provide a school resource officer for the Tenino School District, with recruitment underway and a short-term contract in place to start before the school year. Lastly, a request for proposals was mentioned for repowering saltwater boats to improve enforcement capabilities on the sound, funded by a dedicated voter safety fund. No votes or motions were explicitly recorded in the transcript, but several action items related to procurement and contracts were presented for board consideration.