# September 22, 2026 -Thurston County Board of County Commissioners Work Session

The Thurston County Board of County Commissioners held a work session on September 22, 2026, focusing on several procurement and budget-related matters. Key discussions included an update and proposed amendment to the interlocal agreement supporting the France Anderson permanent supportive housing project, involving multiple jurisdictions and leveraging $15.2 million in low-income housing tax credits. The board reviewed contract approval for South Puget Sound Habitat for Humanity's critical home repair program with a $300,000 allocation, funded through local home funds. Additionally, the board considered grant applications for major infrastructure projects, including a $2.28 million request for the Tilly Road bridge replacement and a $3.86 million road reconstruction project on Morris Road, both seeking supplemental funding from federal and state sources. The session also covered amendments to public health contracts increasing funding by over $336,000 and discussed procedural requirements related to issuing a letter of support for a local library levy, highlighting legal constraints on government involvement in campaign activities. Several motions related to contract approvals, budget amendments, and grant applications were prepared for upcoming formal board meetings.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Construction & Infrastructure, Professional Services
**Topics:** Grants & Funding, Physical Infrastructure
**Published:** September 22, 2026

### Sources
- [September 22, 2026 -Thurston County Board of County Commissioners Work Session](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vnWe6QqUHjs) - Thurston County