# October 6, 2026 - Thurston County Board of County Commissioners Business Meeting

At its October 6, 2026 business meeting, the Thurston County Board of County Commissioners unanimously approved a resolution imposing a local sales and use tax of 0.01% to fund services for children and families, authorized under HB 2442. The board also approved issuing an RFP for medical and mental health services at the Thurston County Corrections Facility. No contract amount or vendor was identified, and no vendor selection occurred. Separately, the county manager reported that the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee is accepting applications for local tourism programs and facilities, with $250,000 planned for awards in 2027.

Public commenters raised concerns about the county’s home energy score ordinance and its Earth Advantage contract, including implementation costs and housing affordability; a Realtors Association representative offered a voluntary information-based alternative. No board action on that issue was recorded during this meeting. The agenda also included public comment criticizing county spending on the Plum Street project, but no related procurement decision was taken.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Healthcare
**Topics:** Grants & Funding
**Published:** October 06, 2026

### Sources
- [October 6, 2026 - Thurston County Board of County Commissioners Business Meeting](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PP8ABLTq594) - Thurston County