Futurewise is working with Connect Casino Road to fight displacement of communities of color in Everett’s Casino Road neighborhood. The Casino Road neighborhood has one of the highest population densities in Snohomish County, as well as the most people of color and low-income households. Futurewise provides critical technical assistance to ensure that community members have their voices heard in the planning process.
We began our partnership in an effort to promote equitable transit-oriented development alongside the Everett Link Light Rail Extension and are continuing our work together on the upcoming comprehensive plan update.
Futurewise’s support was critical for our young organization without experience in displacement prevention, advocacy and strategic engagement with elected officials and key stakeholders. Together we amplified the voices of the most ethnically-diverse, marginalized and economically-disadvantaged communities in South Everett. The positive outcomes achieved through our partnership would not have been possible without their guidance and advice.
Alvaro Guillen
Connect Casino Road