The public is invited to provide input during a hearing on the proposed transfer of roadways in Thurston County to the Confederated Tribes of the Chehalis Reservation.
“This initiative is part of a collaborative effort to ensure continued public access to essential routes while fostering cooperation between Thurston County and the Chehalis Tribe,” the county stated in a news release.
The hearing will be held at 3:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 28, at The Atrium, 3000 Pacific Ave. SE in Olympia. It will be held in Room 110.
The proposed transfer involves portions of the following roads within Thurston County:
“These roads are critical in connecting our communities,” the county stated in the release. “Thurston County is committed to ensuring their continued accessibility to both Chehalis Tribal members and non-members. The transfer maintains the roads' current public use and travel functions. We invite all community members to attend the hearing in person or virtually to share their views on this important matter. Your feedback is appreciated.”
For those unable to attend the hearing, written comments will be accepted. Comments must be submitted no later than 5 p.m., Nov. 27. If sent by mail, they should be addressed to Becky Conn, traffic engineering and operations manager, Thurston County Public Works, 9605 Tilley Road S., Olympia.
Comments submitted via email should be sent to tcpw.hearings@co.thurston.wa.us.
Those who wish to attend the public hearing remotely can do so using link that will be posted on the Thurston County Board of County Commissioners' public meetings and hearings website at https://bit.ly/3rXcKP5.
