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Resident urges action on apparent encampment on Port of Olympia land near Tumwater
Summary
Justin Hunt told council he and neighbors observe camping, abandoned items and vehicles on Port of Olympia land near Kimmy Loop SW and requested follow‑up from the Port and Tumwater Police; he cited Tumwater Municipal Code provisions that he said apply to nuisances and unauthorized camping.
During public comment, resident Justin Hunt urged the council to follow up with the Port of Olympia and Tumwater Police about a vacant parcel near Kimmy Loop Southwest where he said people are camping and leaving garbage.
Hunt identified himself as a longtime Tumwater resident and said he and neighbors have reported the activity multiple times with limited follow‑up. He referenced Tumwater Municipal Code in his remarks: “Under the Tumwater municipal code 8.04, abandoned property, garbage, and unsanitary conditions constitute a public nuisance,” and cited TMC 18.59 regarding requirements for authorized encampments, saying those conditions were not being met on the parcel.
Request and next steps: Hunt asked the council to follow up with the Port and Tumwater Police and requested that the police report back to the neighborhood on steps to be taken. The council did not take formal action during the meeting but the comment was recorded for follow‑up.
