Futurewise Recommends Changes to Riparian Ecoystem Management

The Washington State Department of Fish and Wildlife is updating their recommendations for scientifically sound management of riparian ecosystems (rivers, streams and surrounding areas). Futurewise largely supports these changes and the attached comment letter outlines our suggestions for improving them further.

Our top suggested changes include:

  • Clearly explaining how science support the value of statewide recommendations, even if ground-level application will vary around the state
  • Emphasizing the need, required by the Growth Management Act, to designate and protect all critical areas
  • Clearly explain the importance of maintaining existing riparian areas and their habitats

Futurewise Recommends Changes to Riparian Ecoystem Management

The Washington State Department of Fish and Wildlife is updating their recommendations for scientifically sound management of riparian ecosystems (rivers, streams and surrounding areas). Futurewise largely supports these changes and the attached comment letter outlines our suggestions for improving them further.

Our top suggested changes include:

  • Clearly explaining how science support the value of statewide recommendations, even if ground-level application will vary around the state
  • Emphasizing the need, required by the Growth Management Act, to designate and protect all critical areas
  • Clearly explain the importance of maintaining existing riparian areas and their habitats

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