Health & Safety
The City’s website offers information about what a block watch is, how to start a block watch, and related resources including archived issues of the Block Watch newsletter.
More Information: Amy Stull at Olympia Police Department Community Programs, 360-753-8049 or astull@ci.olympia.wa.us
The Olympia Police Department and its law enforcement partners throughout Thurston County are putting the finishing touches on a program that will allow you to map crime throughout the City, report some types of crime via the internet, request accident reports online, and register your bicycle online.
Constituents can use the online services portal to search for public safety incidents and arrests, submit incident reports, obtain copies of crash reports, and access other useful information.
Code Enforcement works in partnership with the people of Olympia to promote and maintain a safe and desirable living and working environment.
This program, sponsored by the Olympia Police Department Volunteers in Police Services, allows residents to request low-level security security checks of their homes while they are away.
Sign up to receive updates about Thurston County lakes experiencing toxic algae blooms before heading out to swim or fish.
Working with Local Businesses
The TEDC helps local businesses stay competitive by providing them with resources, messaging, and partnerships, as well as advocacy on the businesses’ behalf.
The TRPC plans how to address the challenges accompanying the region’s growth. They have regular, open meetings and they provide studies and information related to the region’s transportation, growth management, and environmental quality.
The City sometimes contracts with individuals and businesses to work on individual projects for the city. The city provides an updated list of contracts they are hiring for, as well as all open contracts.
Improving your Neighborhood
The Neighborhood Traffic Management Program helps residents address traffic concerns in their neighborhood. Neighbors nominate their street for speed control devices, and work with City staff to plan and build their devices
Have a problem with graffiti in your neighborhood? The Public Works Department provides free graffiti removal kits to recognized Neighborhood Associations & Block Watch neighborhoods.
More Information: To request a kit, call 360-570-3737 or email graffiti@ci.olympia.wa.us.
Up-to-date map of current and future construction in Olympia along with a list of featured projects.
The PBIA (City of Olympia) aims to maintain a vibrant downtown area for residents to enjoy. Their 2016-2020 strategic plan has five primary focus areas: Parking, cleanliness and safety, beautification, communication, and marketing.
Working with Local Media
Consider adding neighborhood events to the Thurston Talk Events Calendar for free publicity.
Planning a big event? Invite the Olympian! They could end up writing an article and provide publicity for your neighborhood.
Read the county’s press releases to find out what’s going on with the county commissioners, area planning, recreation, and more.
Become a member to rent equipment, attend workshops and classes, submit public service announcements, and more.
Coming Together
This program encourages people to create a gathering space for their neighborhood, a place for community interaction and celebrations. An added benefit may be to slow down drivers, making the streets safer for everyone.
A comprehensive list of the City’s neighborhood resources, including a neighborhood association directory and tips for starting your own neighborhood association.
New sidewalks create, complete, and enhance recreational walking routes that link neighborhoods, parks, schools, and trails. The projects identified in the Parks and Pathways program are outlined in the City of Olympia. See also: Sidewalk Program Report.
Youth & Education
Information about special announcements, school closures, district lines, and special events for schools in the City of Olympia.
The city provides several opportunities for teens to get involved, including camps, classes, activity nights, and more.
Marketing
There are multiple locations in Olympia with space for hanging banners to market events.
More About the City of Olympia
Olympia’s Comprehensive Plan is composed of two volumes, the first of which includes ten chapters. The second volume is the capital facilities element, including a 6-year plan for capital projects that is updated annually.
The city maintains an events calendar with information about events happening in Olympia and the surrounding communities. Are you putting on a large event or festival in city limits? Check to see if you need a permit.
Search events and meetings hosted by Olympia City Hall including CNA meetings, city council meetings, and commission meetings.
Sign up for email subscriptions sponsored by the city including construction and traffic alerts, arts and culture, and climate actions. Recent e-news about the city is also available.
The Port of Olympia is conducting a community-wide visioning process, Port Olympia 2050, to help set goals and priorities for the future.
Learn about historic properties in Olympia or about how you can research your own home’s history.
Search for residential codes by name or code number. Municipal codes, Olympia policies, labor agreements and more are also available.
Thurston County Resources
Contact Thurston County Animal Control Services to report stray or dangerous animals.
Looking to buy or sell a home? This is a great resource to look up property values and records of home sales.
