Legislators use Hirst to hold WA taxpayers hostage

Local legislators are frustrated with their inability to work through a negotiation on Hirst that would better plan water resources for rural communities. There are many paths forward that would continue to protect farms, wildlife and property owners.

Legislators use Hirst to hold WA taxpayers hostage

Local legislators are frustrated with their inability to work through a negotiation on Hirst that would better plan water resources for rural communities. There are many paths forward that would continue to protect farms, wildlife and property owners.

SST: July Meeting and Community Mixer

Connect & Create Change Shaping Spokane Together invites you to an afternoon of connection, conversation, and community power! Join your neighbors for our annual summer gathering to celebrate our collective strength. This is a welcoming space to meet new people, … Continue reading

Stephanie Dechaine Cameron
June 27, 2026

One of the First Test of Washington’s New Climate Planning Law: Aspirational Is Not Enough

For decades, Washington’s Growth Management Act has required cities and counties to plan thoughtfully for growth — protecting farmland, guiding development, and building communities where people can thrive. In 2023, with advocacy from Futurewise and partner organizations, the Legislature took … Continue reading

Marcella Buser
June 25, 2026