Title
Utilities and Natural Environment Chapters of the City of Olympia Comprehensive Plan Update
Recommended Action
Briefing only. No action required.
Report
Issue:
Briefing on process changes to the update of the Utilities and Natural Environment chapters of the City of Olympia Comprehensive Plan.
Staff Contacts:
Susan Clark, Engineering and Planning Supervisor, Public Works Water Resources and Drinking Water Utility, 360.753.8321
Ron Jones, Senior Planner, Public Works Waste Resources, 360.753.8509
Kym Foley, Environmental Habitat Planner, Public Works Water Resources, 360. 570.3957
Presenter:
Susan Clark, Engineering and Planning Supervisor
Background and Analysis:
Staff presented the draft Utilities and Natural Environment chapters of the City of Olympia Comprehensive Plan to the UAC in February 2024 and received support from the UAC for moving the chapters forward in the review process. Since the February meeting, changes to the Comprehensive Plan update process have impacted the chapters review process as was presented to the UAC.
During the May briefing, staff will update the UAC on recent input received on the chapters and the updated review process.
Utilities Chapter
The Utilities Chapter of the City's Comprehensive Plan addresses both city-owned and privately run utilities and describes the ways utilities implement the growth directives contained in the Comprehensive Plan.
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 community-based habitat stewardship opportunities to regulations protecting critical areas and wildlife from the impacts of development, the goals and policies outlined in this chapter aim to promote both human well-being and environmental health.
Comprehensive Plan Periodic Update - General
Under the Washington State Growth Management Act, Olympia is required to update its Comprehensi...
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