Title
Olympia 2045 - Natural Environment Chapter of the Comprehensive Plan Update
Recommended Action
Committee Recommendation:
The Land Use and Environment committee reviewed the draft Olympia 2045 - Natural Environment Chapter of the Comprehensive Plan and suggested several revisions. The Committee recommended the chapter be forwarded to the full City Council for discussion at a Study Session.
City Manager Recommendation:
Review and discuss the draft Olympia 2045 - Natural Environment Chapter of the Comprehensive Plan.
Report
Issue:
Whether to Review and discuss the draft Olympia 2045 - Natural Environment Chapter of the Comprehensive Plan.
Staff Contact:
Kym Foley, Environmental Habitat Planner, Public Works Water Resources, 360. 570.3957
Presenters:
Kym Foley, Environmental Habitat Planner
Background and Analysis:
Comprehensive Plan Periodic Update - General
Olympia is updating its Comprehensive Plan. This update will look out to year 2045 to show, among other things, how the City will accommodate new population and employment growth. It is also an opportunity to make sure the Plan and Development Regulations meet current state requirements that may have changed since the last major update of the Plan. Under the Growth Management Act, Olympia is required to update its Comprehensive Plan every 10 years.
Natural Environment Chapter
The Natural Environment chapter addresses the many benefits of a thriving natural environment and the ways we can work together to keep it healthy. From habitat stewardship to strategies for protecting critical areas and wildlife, the goals and policies outlined in this chapter aim to balance both community well-being and environmental health.
Note: This chapter review is for pages 1-17 of the current draft. Pages 18-54 reflect the Shoreline Master Program, which was updated during this process only to reflect new state regulations adopted in 2021.
Chapter Update Process - Public Input
Stakeholder engagement and gene...
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