Thurston County, Washington

GeoData System

GeoData - the county's map system - will be offline from 6 p.m. Friday, October 24 to 7 a.m. Thursday, October 30 for an update. The Geodata office will be closed to public walk-in service during that time as well, although staff will be available via phone and email. Find details at www.thurstoncountywa.gov/geodata-system-maintenance

The content on the Thurston County website is currently provided in English. We are providing the “Translation” for approximately 10 languages. The goal of the translation is to provide visitors with limited English proficiency to access information on the website in other languages. The translations do not translate all types of documents, and it may not give you an exact translation all the time. The translations are made through an automated process, which may not result in accurate or precise translations, particularly of technical and legal terminology.
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County Commissioners’ Request to Forgo Raises in 2026 is Approved 

Thurston County's Citizens' Commission on Salaries for Elected Officials voted to retain current salaries for the Thurston County Commissioners in 2026. Members acknowledged a letter from the Board — dated April 29, 2025, in which the board asked to skip salary increases this year — was a factor in their decision.

October 28, 2025

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Toxic Algae Health Advisory in Effect for Offutt Lake and Lake Lawrence

Lab results taken from Offutt Lake and Lake Lawrence detected toxic algae which is dangerous to humans and animals. Please stay out of these waters, and don't drink from them during the advisory. Even if lakes are visibly clear of algae, toxins may still be present. Staff will continue weekly monitoring until levels are below state recreational guidelines.

October 28, 2025

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County Announces 2026 Fair Dates and Mascot

The 2026 Thurston County Fair will run from Thursday, July 30, through Sunday, August 2, and the fair mascot will be a bald eagle named Colonel Beaks chosen to honor America’s upcoming 250th anniversary in 2026.

October 27, 2025

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2025 Recycling Matters Series - Recycling 101

Wednesday, October 29, 2025
6:00pm
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Oct

30

Specialized Recreation - Trunk or Treat

Thursday, October 30, 2025
5:30pm
Public Health and Social Services Location
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Oct

30

Olympic Model Railroad Society Meeting

Thursday, October 30, 2025
7:00pm
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