Chehalis Tribe considers Grand Mound development

By Keri Brenner | The Olympian • Published July 18, 2008

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GRAND MOUND -- A mixed-use town center near the intersection of Old Highway 99 and state Route 12 is one of the higher-density ideas being eyed by the Chehalis Tribe as they plan for growth around the new Great Wolf Lodge.

The town center concept -- with restaurants, shops, hotels and pedestrian-friendly walking paths -- was one of several included this week in the first report from the tribe's consultant on a 10-year development plan for the area. The report, released by Thurston County officials who are monitoring the tribe's efforts, also includes options for lower-density development or slow growth.

For more on this story, see Saturday's Olympian.