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September Dispatch: What You Need to Know About Seattle’s Comp Plan
Seattle has a draft plan on its way for a full Council vote! September was a big month for Seattle’s Comprehensive Plan – after a full day of hearings, and a full day and two halves of voting on over … Continue reading
Tiffany Wilk Chang
October 8, 2025
Meet Tara Camp, Seattle Organizer!
Just as we geared up for the most important and final votes for Seattle’s Comprehensive Plan, we have Tara on board to help us finish this important work strong! Welcome to the Futurewise team, Tara, and thanks for sharing a bit … Continue reading
Tiffany Wilk Chang
September 22, 2025
August Dispatch: Our Last Chance to Influence Seattle’s Comp Plan!
SEATTLE, WA– This September is going to be huge for more homes! We’re hitting the road for YIMBYtown in New Haven, but not before the big hearing! This hearing is where we’re going to sound off on all the best … Continue reading
Tiffany Wilk Chang
August 25, 2025
Meet Bergen Schmidt, Legal Intern!
This summer Bergen joined the Futurewise team. Bergen worked with our very small and mighty legal team, in a year where we’ve had plenty of comprehensive plans to review. We’ve been so happy to have you this summer! Tell … Continue reading
Tiffany Wilk Chang
August 20, 2025
Futurewise Wins Appeal of Mercer Island’s Comprehensive Plan, Setting Precedent for Statewide Implementation of Affordable Housing Policies
Last week, alongside Mercer Island residents Kian Bradley and Trevor Reed, we prevailed in our appeal with the Growth Management Hearings Board (GMHB) of the Mercer Island comprehensive plan. Why this matters: This ruling is the first to test … Continue reading
Tiffany Wilk Chang
August 7, 2025
Seattle Comp Plan Dispatch: Final Amendments are Coming
SEATTLE, WA– After more than a year of dedicated efforts, we’re entering the home stretch in finalizing Seattle’s planning guidance for the next decade! This is literally a once-in-a-decade opportunity to play a role in shaping our city’s future, and … Continue reading
Tiffany Wilk Chang
July 28, 2025
Kitsap County Legal Appeal- Update
In April, 2025, Futurewise filed a legal appeal to challenge Kitsap County’s 2024-2027 comprehensive plan. We argue that the plan falls short of state mandates that protect water quality, air quality, transit, and housing supply and affordability. Continue reading
Kate Brunette
July 24, 2025
We’re Hiring: Seattle Organizer
Position: Seattle Organizer Starting Salary Range: $65,000-$70,000 Benefits include full medical, dental and vision coverage, Simple IRA match up to 3% of salary, transit pass, and generous vacation and holidays (starting at 15 days per year of vacation, plus a … Continue reading
Kate Brunette
July 23, 2025
Seattle Comp Plan Dispatch: Council Hears Your Voices on Missing-middle Housing
SEATTLE, WA– The work for a more affordable, livable and vibrant Seattle continues through the city’s Comprehensive Planning process. As the Council works through all the details, I’ll be in your inbox once a month to break down what’s going … Continue reading
Tiffany Wilk Chang
June 25, 2025
June Executive Director’s Note: Reflections from Welcoming Neighbors Network Mountain West Convening
Earlier this month, Futurewise staff headed to Spokane for a two-day convening with our Mountain West colleagues in the Welcoming Neighbors Network, a national network of pro-homes organizations working to increase housing choices in our communities. What a fantastic opportunity … Continue reading
Alex Brennan
June 25, 2025
We’re Hiring: Operations Manager
Futurewise is hiring an Operations Manager. Help us spread the word to find a great candidate for this important role on our team. Priority will be given to applications received by July 7. See below for details. Position Description Position … Continue reading
Alex Brennan
June 12, 2025
Celebrating the Livable Communities Awards & 35 Years of Futurewise
At our 2025 Annual Spring Celebration, we recognized municipalities and elected officials who are leading the charge on making our neighborhoods more connected, affordable, and climate-friendly. Continue reading
Alex Brennan
June 1, 2025