OLYMPIA — The Senate Ways & Means Committee passed its capital budget proposal Friday, investing more than $227 million in projects throughout the 22nd Legislative District if passed.
The suggested funding would go toward behavioral health facilities, youth services, community projects, legislative campus construction, recreation and more. Some of proposed district-wide investments include:
- Nisqually Tribe Healing Village Mental Health Facility (Olympia) – $12,000,000
- Community Youth Services Marina View Building Renovation – $100,000
- Greg Cuoio Park Accessibility Improvements (Lacey) – $515,000
- Harlequin Theater Renovation (Olympia) – $700,000
- Local Grain Conveyance and Storage System to Support South Puget Sound Community College (SPSCC) Brewing and Distillery Program (Tumwater) – $255,000
- Tugboat Parthia Pavilion Construction (Olympia) – $148,000
- Capitol Lake Long-Term Management Planning – $2,200,000
- Legislative Campus Modernization
- O’Brien Building Renovation – $6,861,000
- Newhouse Building Replacement – $14,800,000
- Pritchard Building Expansion and Renovation – $57,835,000
- Evergreen State College Seminar Building Renovation – $25,227,000
- Greg Cuoio Park – $500,000
- Kaiser Woods Acquisition and Development – $673,000
- Deschutes Watershed Center Hatchery – $11,300,000
“The informed and targeted investments in the proposed budget go beyond the typical proposals for the 22nd Legislative District,” said Sen. Sam Hunt (D-Olympia). “Because our district contains many state agencies and the capitol, several projects may get offered funding. This year, we’re working to secure funding for projects that go beyond. The Nisqually Tribe Healing Village is a mental health facility that will provide high-quality treatment support aimed at supporting successful recovery. The local grain conveyance and storage system expands the Craft Brewing and Distilling college curriculum SPSCC, offering more opportunities for students in a robust industry. The Tugboat Parthia Pavilion recognizes the maritime heritage of the region and connects the Port of Olympia to other historic parts of the city—including the farmer’s market. These projects and more fosters boosts the wellbeing of our community as well as our local economy.”
View the full list of suggested investments here.