The previously announced rate increases at Olympia’s 3- and 9-hour parking meters go into effect Tuesday, September 7, 2010. Not changing are rates for 15-minute meters and the new parking Pay Stations. Parking staff will be in the field on Tuesday, September 7, changing out stickers and reprogramming meters. Keep Reading »
StandUp For Kids Olympia chapter will conduct their inaugural street outreach on Friday, August 20th, 2010 at 7:30pm in downtown Olympia. This will kick off weekly outreach efforts that will occur every Friday from 7:30pm-9:30pm. Keep Reading »
In February 2009, a survey was taken at the well which really helped to give real numbers to the usage of the well by the public. At the time, it was estimated that 250 people per day were coming to use the water from the well. The survey information proved very useful in the process of the City of Olympia making it’s decision to purchase the Diamond parking lot and making the well permanently available. Keep Reading »
Beginning Monday, August 9, 2010, changes will be made to the blocks surrounding the new City Hall Building. Work is expected to be complete Friday, August 13, 2010. Area drivers should expect delays and alternate routes are encouraged. Please obey flaggers; they are there to protect you. Keep Reading »
The arson that occurred on July 8, 2010, caused extensive smoke and soot damage, particularly on the first and second floors of the New City Hall. Because the building was under construction, smoke and soot entered open utility chases, elevator shafts and stairwells. Unfortunately, at the time of the arson, most of the drywall and concrete floors had yet to be sealed. Although the full extent of the damage and required remediation is still being assessed, the City currently estimates that repairs may be as high as $2.5 to $3 million, the majority of which is covered by insurance. Mayor Doug Mah indicated, “I am shocked and outraged at the scope and scale of this senseless crime.” Keep Reading »
UPDATE: Stay tuned on what’s happening in Downtown Olympia!
On Tuesday, August 3rd, neighborhoods throughout Olympia are being invited to join forces with thousands of communities nationwide for the annual “National Night Out” event for crime prevention awareness and neighborhood unity. Keep Reading »
On their next furlough day, many state workers won’t just be taking a day off. They’ll be giving a Day of Service.
The Thurston County Steering Committee of the Combined Fund Drive, teaming with the Volunteer Center of Lewis, Mason, and Thurston Counties, is organizing a Day of Service cleanup event in downtown Olympia on August 6. They will be removing trash, digging weeds, and more to make downtown sparkle in the summer sun. All state employees – and all other interested volunteers – are invited to participate. Keep Reading »
LOTT’s new Water Education and Technology (WET) Center opens its doors in August. The WET Center provides a fun, hands-on opportunity for people of all ages to learn about water, where it comes from, and how we use it, clean it, and recycle it. Located at 500 Adams St. NE, Olympia, the center is open to the public from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm, Mondays through Saturdays, except holidays. Admission is free. Keep Reading »
Grand Opening Event set for July 30
VUE – Vision Uniquely Experienced, announces their Grand Opening Event on Friday, July 30. Enjoy refreshments and enter to win door prizes. With any purchase, you can enter to win items such as a pair of prescription polarized lenses, sunglasses, a comprehensive eye exam, and more! From 4 pm to 6 pm, view eyeglass frame collections from Switzerland, Italy, France and Austria and learn about the latest lens technology from our HOYA representative.
Our Grand Opening Special: Free lenses (single vision plastic) with the purchase of eyeglass frames.
We are located at 116 5th Ave SE, Suite J, in the New Caldonia Building.
Open 10 am to 6 pm Tuesday through Friday and 10 am to 5 pm on Saturday.
Contact us at 489-0626 or drjeske@vueolympia.com and visit our website www.vueolympia.com for updates.
KEEP YOUR ORGANICS CART ODOR AND PEST FREE – WRAP IT, BAG IT, CHILL IT!
Olympia and Thurston County residents can learn how to keep their curbside organics carts odor and pest free by reviewing the tips and solutions found on the City’s website.
