Title
Approval of 2026 Olympia Metropolitan Park District Advisory Committee Work Plan
Recommended Action:
Move to approve the 2026 Olympia Metropolitan Park District (OMPD) Advisory Committee Work Plan
Report
Issue:
Whether to approve the 2026 OMPD Advisory Committee Work Plan
Staff Contact:
Laura Keehan, Director of Parks Planning & Maintenance, 360.570.5855
Presenter(s):
Laura Keehan, Director of Parks Planning & Maintenance
Background and Analysis:
The 2026 OMPD Advisory Committee Work Plan will focus on reviewing compliance with the funding levels outlined in the Interlocal Agreement between the City and the OMPD.
May 6, 2026
Business Items:
1. Welcome new Advisory Committee members
2. Elect officers
3. Prepare a draft annual report to the OMPD Board and City Council on 2025 funding compliance under the Interlocal Agreement
4. View the Open Public Meetings Act training video
October 7, 2026
Business Items:
1. Review public feedback on the draft annual report
• Finalize the 2025 Compliance Report
• Finalize the transmittal letter to the OMPD Board and City Council
2. Preview the 2027 Preliminary Budget
• Receive presentation of the OMPD Preliminary Budget
• Draft a letter to accompany the October OMPD Board meeting, addressing the Parks Department’s proposed operating and capital budgets and their compliance with the Interlocal Agreement
Climate Analysis:
The Advisory Committee’s work plan centers on assessing the alignment of MPD funding with the Interlocal Agreement. This funding supports a variety of programs and projects that contribute positively to the environment. For example, the fully funded Park Stewardship Program manages and restores natural areas, contributing to carbon sequestration and reductions in greenhouse gas emissions.
Equity Analysis:
MPD funding enables equitable access to park improvements and services that would not otherwise be possible. The City is committed to advancing Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging. The Parks Department uses a prioritization system for park development that emphasizes serving historically underserved neighborhoods.
Neighborhood/Community Interests (if known):
The YES Olympia Parks coalition, which played a key role in the establishment of the OMPD, remains engaged. Several of its members continue to follow the activities of both the OMPD Advisory Committee and the Board with active interest.
Financial Impact:
There is no financial impact related to this decision.
Options:
1. Approve the proposed 2026 OMPD Advisory Committee Work Plan as presented
2. Approve the proposed 2026 OMPD Advisory Committee Work Plan with modifications.\
3. Take other action.
Attachments:
2026 OMPD Advisory Committee Work Plan