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March 2026

Olympia City Council — March 17, 2026
12-minute session. No old or new business. Consent calendar approved unanimously. Adjourned 6:12 PM. Key public comment: Henry Valz (OHS swim coach) presented 3,800 signatures to save Evergreen pool. Christina Janis (Thurston County Realtors) opposed home energy score ordinance. Council Member Barron reported OCAA raising asbestos fees due to state funding cuts.
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Olympia City Council — March 11, 2026
Polyamory antidiscrimination ordinance passed unanimously. Added “diverse family and relationship structures” to city code. Zero implementation cost. No pool discussion.
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Olympia City Council — March 3, 2026
Community members first raised Evergreen pool closure during public comment. City Manager Jay Burney said he was unaware of the situation and committed to contacting Evergreen President Carmichael.
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