Issaquah TDR Deal Recommended For Denial, Perhaps For The Better

On January 18th, the Issaquah Land & Shore Committee recommended denial for a major modification request to the Issaquah Highlands development agreement, citing lack...

Bellevue Primes Wilburton for a Potential Urban Transformation

The vision that Bellevue has for parking-dominated Wilburton is thousands of new homes close to transit and trail connections. The question now is getting the details right so that development can be fostered, rather than stifled.
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Policy Lab: Will Last Progressive in Seattle Turn On the Lights

Seattle City Council President Sara Nelson celebrated a shift to the right and an end to "ideological experimentation." But progressives are pioneering lots of innovative ideas and should be stockpiling programs for friendlier climes. What are yours?

Let’s Get Ready For #NACTO16!

We passed the Move Seattle Levy!! The future of living in Seattle suddenly seems a lot more hopeful. We’ll be repairing bridges, repaving roads, replacing broken...

DEIS Issued for Seattle 2035 Comprehensive Plan

Yesterday, the City of Seattle issued the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) for the city's comprehensive plan update, known as Seattle 2035. The comprehensive plan update...

Everett Transit Kicks Off Long-Range Planning Process

Everett has started work on a major long-range planning process for the city-owned transit system. Population and employment are projected to grow substantially in...

Sunday Video: We Support The Westlake Protected Bike Lane

http://vimeo.com/106227405 We support the Westlake protected bike lane and if you do too, show your support by sending a postcard to the Mayor and City...

Edmonds City Council Rejects Grant to Study Missing Middle Housing

Last week, the Edmonds City Council voted to tell the city's mayor, Mike Nelson, and city staff not to proceed with accepting a "middle...