Welcome to the New Year. We have a lot to look forward to. People in Tumwater appreciate their quality of life and the services we provide. 2026 offers us new beginnings that are both welcome and exciting.

It's STILL the water

Big things are on the horizon in the Water Resources & Sustainability Department for 2026 and 2027. Well 15 will undergo design and construction of a new aeration treatment facility. The Brewery Wellfield will move forward with drilling at least two new production wells. Read about this and more in the WRS Monthly Newsletter.

Strategic Plan updates

The City Council recently approved an updated Strategic Plan. Read more about it on our website. Strategic Priorities, Vision, Mission, & Values | City of Tumwater, WA

Parks wraps up holiday celebrations

The holiday season is always a flurry of activity for Parks & Recreation staff, with all hands on deck for holiday events. Read the wrap up, along with news about facilities and golf course flooding, in the Parks & Recreation Monthly Newsletter. 

Carbon monoxide safety tips

Did you know that your carbon monoxide detector should be placed close to the ground? Carbon monoxide is heavy and the gases sink closer to the floor. Learn about carbon monoxide and more in the Fire Department Monthly Newsletter.

Scam awareness

Tumwater Police are experiencing a significant increase in scams. The "you have a warrant" scam involves a scammer calling or texting pretending to be a police officer or sheriff's deputy asking for money for warrants. They often imitate law enforcement numbers, text or email, to confuse their targets. Read more public safety news in the Police Department Monthly Newsletter. 

TED winter projects

Construction will begin on the 2nd Avenue Pedestrian and Bicycle Improvements project starting on Jan. 12. Read more in the TED Monthly Newsletter.

Welcome new staff and promotions

• Taylor Rock, Paramedic Firefighter (new hire)
• CJ Johnson, Department Assistant III
• Tate Spitters, Human Resources Analyst
• Nicholas Borgens, Police Officer (new hire)
• Danielle Dawson, Police Sergeant
• Bryent Finch, Police Lieutenant

Development activities in December

• Feasibility Review for proposed neighborhood park, 1500 – 79th Ave. SE (Trails End Park)
• Feasibility Review for proposed use of guest house for short-term rental through Airbnb, 614 Linwood Ave. SW (Little Blue Airbnb)
• Feasibility Review for installation of a double-wide manufactured home for temporary staff housing, 405 Linwood Ave. SW (Tumwater Fire Station T-2)
• Feasibility Review for construction of a 2-car garage with possible ADU on 2nd story, 1001 Marshall Dr. SE (Cavanaugh Garage/ADU)
• Feasibility Review for subdividing 9.85 acres into 31 lots, 3528 – 54th Ave. SW (Pearsall Subdivision)