Week In Review Week in Review: housing, trees, and parking
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Feb 14, 2025 Join Seattle City Councilmember Bob Kettle, Economic Opportunity Institute's Alexis Mansanarez, and former Port of Seattle commissioner Bill Bryant as they tackle Seattle's housing crisis. They discuss innovative strategies for affordable housing and the need for cohesive governance solutions. The conversation also highlights the balance between urban growth and environmental preservation, particularly through tree protection initiatives. With a focus on police accountability and public safety, they advocate for community-oriented solutions amid pressing urban challenges.
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Seattle Rent Increase
- Bill Radke lived on Capitol Hill in the 90s and rented a studio for $395 a month.
- Today, that same amount would buy you six eggs and no apartment.
Social Housing Debate
- Seattle voters approved social housing, funded by a tax on high-salary companies.
- Critics like Bill Bryant argue that funding should come from existing revenues instead of new taxes.
Tax Code and Housing
- Washington State has a regressive tax code.
- Social housing is needed and has proven successful elsewhere.