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Board moves to advance Lake Lawrence Lake Management District No. 26 after public hearing

Thurston County Board of County Commissioners · January 21, 2026
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Summary

After a public hearing with broad resident turnout, the board directed staff to draft a resolution of findings and determinations to establish Lake Lawrence Lake Management District No. 26, citing eutrophication, cyanobacteria and an assessed petition that met statutory signature thresholds.

The Thurston County Board of County Commissioners directed staff to prepare a resolution of findings and determinations advancing the formation of Lake Lawrence Lake Management District No. 26 after a hybrid public hearing that drew residents, volunteers and state representatives.

Dr. Jen Fryhite, director of Public Health and Social Services, told the board the Lake Lawrence steering committee delivered a petition signed by owners of 38% of total acreage in the existing district, exceeding the RCW 36.61.030 requirement for a proposed district. The petition proposes a 35‑year…

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