Seattle King County Coalition for the Homeless

ONLINE CANDIDATES FORUM ON HOMELESSNESS
The following candidates answered questions about homelessness:

John Robert Albertson	Valentina Kiselev	Phil Noble	John Chelminiak
Dini Duclos	David Baker	Penny Sweet	John Marchione
Dayle (Hank) Margeson	Jim Robinson	Denis W. Law	Jean Godden
Bruce Harrell	Venus Velazquez	Tom Rasmussen	Tim Burgess
Sally Clark	Paul Grace	Peter Tountas	Susan Boundy-Sanders
Kathy Keolker	Marci Palmer	Larry Phillips	Jessica Greenway
Brian Conlin

Name: John Robert Albertson
Office sought: Bellevue City Council Position #1
Campaign phone:425-956-3069
Email/Website: lon@qwest.net
Mailing address:lon@qwest.net

I support an increase capacity of available beds for shelter clients for short term, using proceeds that the County invests wisely. What then to target for proceeds, if the political will is absent to draw from existing sources? Our state has uncountable tax exemptions created by special interest lobbies, I would start by supporting an incremental tax on furniture, bedding and sheets, and once explained to most working people and consumers, I expect they would come around to the idea.

I support expansion of affordable housing options closer to employment and job training centers. In the City of Bellevue specifically, there has been a practice for over a decade to minimally fund affordable housing outside of city limits. I assume this is a policy that was primarily driven by the special interest needs of the King County realtors and master builders associations. I suppose when the Supreme court slapped them on redlining, I guess this is the best they could come up with, margin the disenfranchised. At the very least, I don’t expect individuals living below the poverty line asked for this kind of geographical unfairness. I would expose this for what it is and would seek a better outcome.

Given the City/County resources, how would you invest resources in shelter, permanent supportive housing and other services for people who are homeless?

A fair allocation percent of REET and a percent of taxes on Realtor and Escrow service commissions on homes over (for example) $1,100,000 in purchase price would go directly to funding an increase in supply of accessible and affordable housing access for people with lesser means and purchasing power.

The city of Bellevue is inviting in private dole developers to perform billions of dollars in housing stock renewal in the form of transit-oriented development (TOD). If tri-county voters approve of RTID Prop. 1, they will have approved the largest local permanent tax increase in the history of the US. If these feckless incumbent politicians prevail and that taxation becomes reality, citizens will be assessed far beyond that point. Regional case in point: Portland, where they spent additional millions in government funds for a percent of the TOD to be affordable, if only for an aging US population that is retiring to SSI and Medicare, leaving their peak earning (and taxing burden) years behind.

So my other obvious policy action is to not dole out Billions in Sound Transit Pork in an era where every breathing citizen is already on the hook for a lifetime $500,000 in federal debt and our US economy is teetering on permanent debtor nation status. Apply only 10% of the prop 1 $157 Billion and you have a substantial allocation for ending this strife in well under a decade.

Please discuss one policy you would change/implement to make a tangible difference in the lives of people who are homeless.

I would suggest our school curriculum begin to educate students about the causes and effects that result in such historically high numbers of homeless persons and distressed and broken families. Then I would urge that each community take a true stock of what level of societal responsibility they have. If the government is failing to address all safety and health aspects for it’s most marginalized residents, the rest of the community has to face how the government would view and treat an entire community or nation that falls on hard times.

I would also propose private investment through corporate citizenship brand affiliation rather than political influence. Example would be, I buy from 5 (preferably local but broadly established) consumer companies that show direct results into developing housing communities for least-income applicants. In the same way that electric power customers are choosing green generation sources, consumers of everyday products should have more transparent ways of voting with their dollars. Clearly being taxed endlessly at the ballot booth is not delivering a return for our truest intractable challenges. Put consumerism to work for something other than the religion of consuming.

What policies/strategies would you implement to preserve our current housing stock as we try to build more housing for people who are homeless?

I would cease the policy practice of massive over-investments that primarily feed the KC McMansion Realtors lobby, the cement lobby and auto retailers, as these practices are not only destroying our climate, but also permanently locking out homeowners and renters above the poverty line. They are gradually robbing every resident of our community of aspiring to exert their Federal and State constitutional rights to quiet enjoyment of their land and dwellings, and in this respect is where people could take a lesson from the people who live without any form of shelter stability or predictability. Most of the rapidly disappearing middle class is one paycheck away from insolvency. This offers a good opportunity to develop some fresh empathy on all quarters, because without a working middle class backbone, and with as many as 63 million Americans not filing 1040’s, the Richistanians are about the only people left to usuriously tax.

Bellevue city council typically passes development moratoriums only when they are asked to by a commercial interest, and these tend to also be their political donors, or if they have an interest in a property as a city parcel acquisition. It makes sense that a city that actually wants to humanely and preserve the concept of human dignity and civility towards homeless or impoverished individuals could take a similar interest in aligning properties that have viable land use qualities for varying reasonable terms of occupation.

This City Council knows where such land use and fairness opportunities lie, they have just been on a path in the mostly wrong direction, which is to be more overpriced than the region and to be more corporate than civic and effectively enslave their constituent ratepayers and taxpayers. I am from the other end of that spectrum, I happen to know construction means and methods that can result in good and even green aesthetic for $65 per square foot, so from my perspective, shelter for all is possible if a community like Bellevue would focus on it as a common and urgent humanization goal. Our society would be much better served if those who govern us lived on the same block as the person with the least formal education, perceived status, or means. And by that implication I intend to say it was the politicians #1 job to make sure all their neighbors had shelter and a motivating enduring will to contribute to their society. That would be the mark of a true group of leaders.

Candidate Name: John Chelminiak
Office sought: Bellevue City Council Pos. #3
Campaign phone: none listed
Email/Website: www.johnworksforyou.com
Mailing address:PO Box 813, Bellevue, WA 98009-0813

Bellevue is committed to the ten year plan to end homelessness. This past budget the council increased our support of homeless programs, especially those serving women and young people.

Given the City/County resources, how would you invest resources in shelter, permanent supportive housing and other services for people who are homeless?

One of the most effective ways to end homelessness is to prevent it in the first place. Working with A Regional Coalition for Housining (ARCH) we are making housing more available throughout the eastside to individuals, couples, and families in stress.

Please discuss one policy you would change/implement to make a tangible difference in the lives of people who are homeless.

More support for the Congregations for the Homeless here on the Eastside. I believe it is an effective program.

What policies/strategies would you implement to preserve our current housing stock as we try to build more housing for people who are homeless?

I would continue to work through ARCH here on the Eastside. I participated in ARCH's strategy sessions this past year to find ways to increase funding for homeless/transitional housing programs. Those funding ideas will be coming forward to the city council next year.

Candidate Name:Valentina Kiselev
Office sought: Bellevue City Council Pos. #3
Campaign phone:206-679-0856 cell, 425-289-8999 or 503-348-4626
Email/Website: valentina@valentinaforbellevue.com, or davidovcof@aol.com www.valentinaforbellevue.com
Mailing address:PO Box 3692, Bellevue, WA 98009-3692

I have been raising this issue before that Bellevue does not provide sufficient shelter to homeless, nor we offer half-way house in our city. I think it is critical that Bellevue offers this kind of services as we face this issue more and more every day. In addition, as a strong proponent of preventative human services programs, I would like to see more housing programs for financially disadvantaged groups.

Given the City/County resources, how would you invest resources in shelter, permanent supportive housing and other services for people who are homeless?

First of all, I would study an issue in detail to learn what the real need is and what the hard numbers are (not for months though) and then depending on a need, I will be working not only with the city budget, but will also explore other opportunities in order to get developers and other private citizens to get involved. There are existing funds through the county, and in collaboration with the city this can become a very attractive business project for private sector, while they will be offering a much needed housing as well as other means of shelter.

Please discuss one policy you would change/implement to make a tangible difference in the lives of people who are homeless.

I would encourage or implement FDR type of policy that will give people in need a stronger chance to secure steady employment and to learn valuable skills that they will be able to aplly in the future. I think it will open new opportunities not only for homeless people, but for the community in general.

What policies/strategies would you implement to preserve our current housing stock as we try to build more housing for people who are homeless?

In my opinion, the most important strategy will be to develop policies that will preserve existing affordable housing from conversion into a higher rate condominiums or appartment complex, work collaboratively with the owners and offer incentives to new builders and developers to allow the growth of the affordable housing, not other way around.
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Candidate Name: Phil Noble
Office sought: Bellevue City Council pos. 7
Campaign phone:206-689-2129
Email/Website: www.ElectNoble.com
Mailing address:3720 140th NE, Bellevue WA 98005

To me, making sure everyone has a safe place to sleep at night requires an ongoing effort that does more than simply get people off the street one night at a time. It requires an effort that helps remove people from the threat or reality of homelessness on a more permanent basis. The City of Bellevue does not directly provide housing assistance or related services, but instead works (by providing funding and organizational assistance) with agencies and other organizations that do so . I would focus those efforts as follows:

First, I would focus on prevention by helping to assist those families and persons who may have shelter now but are at risk of losing shelter and becoming homeless. This would be, for example, through rent and utility assistance to help pay necessary bills, job training and educational support to help with long term living stability, and working with the county and other jurisdictions to insure persons who are discharged from foster care, jails, or mental health or chemical dependancy treatment have a place to go and are not simply but on the streets.

Second, I would work to see that supportive services are available. Merely providing a means to secure temporary shelter will not ensure that everyone has a safe place to sleep at night since there is no assurance that such persons will not return to homelessness the following night. Often there are other issues facing a homeless person that need to be addressed in order to deal with that person's homeless situation with some permanency. Services such as mental health and chemical dependency counseling, life and job skill training, domestic violence intervention, and legal advocacy need to be available, and can be with City support and direction.

Third, effort needs to be taken to increase the number of emergency shelters and affordable housing opportunities. Emergency shelters for various populations (men, youth, families) are in short supply on the Eastside, and support needs to be given to agencies and organizations providing those shelters. But such shelters are a short term fix and do not ensure a safe place to sleep on an ongoing basis. Interim, transitional, and affordable housing all need to be available for people when they leave the temporary shelter. I would have the City continue to work with agencies and ARCH (A Regional Coalition for Housing) to provide these more permanent housing opportunities. I would also pursue means by which builders and developers can be incentivized to build more affordable housing in Bellevue and throughout the Eastside.

Given the City/County resources, how would you invest resources in shelter, permanent supportive housing and other services for people who are homeless?

As noted above, the City of Bellevue does not directly fund or invest in shelters or homeless services, but instead funds and supports agencies and organizations that provide those services. When prioritizing that funding and support, I would invest in programs and services as discussed above: preventive support to help people avoid becoming homeless: human service, job and life training, and educational support to help people become stable and self sufficient: and expansion of shelter and housing opportunities.
Please discuss one policy you would change/implement to make a tangible difference in the lives of people who are homeless.

I believe that dealing with homelessness requires a holistic approach that does more than treat the symptom of lack of shelter. Providing a person with shelter provides some limited safety , but there won't be the necessary personal stability and self sufficiency if additional services and support are also needed but provided. I would emphasize a policy that provides shelter and support services as a package ( a "wrap around" approach). Thus a person would get not only shelter but also whatever human service support, counseling, or training that person needs, and may need over time, in order to become self sufficient and stable enough to keep and maintain his or her housing.

What policies/strategies would you implement to preserve our current housing stock as we try to build more housing for people who are homeless?

I would pursue strategies that:

1. provide incentives to property owners to maintain their property as rental or affordable housing rather than converting it into upgraded commercial or residential property for sale. These incentives would include property tax, utility fee, development fee and other economic incentives.

2. acquire properties with other jurisdictions through ARCH (A Regional Coalition for Housing), which is a group of eastside cities that pool their resources to buy, or help fund the acquisition or development of, multifamily living facilities for affordable housing on the eastside.

3. fund and support other entities (such a s St. Andrews Housing) that buy and develop housing properties for low income families and families in need.

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Candidate Name: Dini Duclos
Office sought: Federal Way City Council Position 7
Campaign phone:253-740-0124
Email/Website:www.diniduclos.com
Mailing address: PO Box 26008, Federal Way, Wa 98093

As the CEO of the Multi-Service Center, a non profit organization with a range of housing services, I am very conversant with the needs of homeless individuals. I have been on the Committee to End Homelessnes since the very beginning and currently serve on the Interagency Committee. As a Council member, I will promote having a meetings with property owners, landlords, social services, police and others to try and establish a Housing First approach here in Federal Way. In addition as a City Council member I will be able to better advocate for the local non profits, churches, etc to provide temporary housing assistance to those who cannot locate more permanent housing. One suggestion I will make will be to provide funding to non profits which will pay for motel vouchers during the coldest periods of our winter. I will also encourage the funding of a homeless drop in center where food, clothing, bathing, and perhaps even over night stays can be arranged until referral to housing and service providers can be arranged.

Given the City/County resources, how would you invest resources in shelter, permanent supportive housing and other services for people who are homeless?

Our City's available resources are limited but some of its CDBG funds could be used to help get those in need into emergency housing and other services. I would begin to stress with the Human Services Commission the need to be funding programs that are directly working with the homeless population to provide both housing and services. Since Federal Way has seen an increasing number of homeless and associated crime in our City , I think that my advocacy on this issue would be seen as addressing major problem areas in our City.

Please discuss one policy you would change/implement to make a tangible difference in the lives of people who are homeless.

I think by doing what I have stated in the first two questions, I would have helped the City to make signficant changes in the lives of people who are homeless by getting them into permanent housing and making the whole community more responsible for solutions rather than just relying on the non profit sector.

What policies/strategies would you implement to preserve our current housing stock as we try to build more housing for people who are homeless?

For south County our need is funding for rehabilitation of housing stock. I would try and work with CTED and the Housing Finance Commission to assure that our housing needs are considered as they re-position priorities for the Trust Fund and LIHTC. In addition I would try and find incentives for market rate owners/landlords to provide units in their properties for homeless individuals and families and would work with them as a part of the solution to our housing issues; not the creator of problems associated with our homeless population.

Candidate Name: David Baker
Office sought: Kenmore City Council position #5
Campaign phone:425-485-2974
Email/Website: www.david@davidbaker2007.com
Mailing address:7416 NE 169th Street Kenmore, WA 98028

I serve on the King County JRC and voted on the council to join the committee to end homelessness. I continue to lobby our legislators for increases to the CDBG program not cuts. As a member of the JRC we allocate about $400,000 of federal funds for homeless programs, and advises King County and Seattle on the priorities for the joint application for federal McKinney homeless assistance funds (anywhere from $9 to $17 million each year).

Given the City/County resources, how would you invest resources in shelter, permanent supportive housing and other services for people who are homeless?

I fought for adoption of an affordable housing requirement of 25% in our new downtown Kenmore redevelopment. This means 100 new units of affordable housing in Kenmore.

Please discuss one policy you would change/implement to make a tangible difference in the lives of people who are homeless.[no response]
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Candidate Name:Larry Phillips
Office sought: King County Council District 4
Campaign phone:206 619-1700
Email/Website:larryphillips07@comcast.net/web under construction
Mailing address:2686 Magnolia Boulevard West

The Seattle/King County Coalition on Homelessness (SKCCH) works collaboratively to ensure the safety and survival of people who are homeless and to end the crisis of homelessness in our region. During your term in office how would you make sure everyone has a safe place to sleep at night?

I agree with SKCCH's approach to ending homelessness as stated above -- that it must be done collaboratively. I have consistently voted to support King County's involvement in the 10 year Plan to End Homelessness. I also annually advocate for funding for King County's Housing Opportunity Fund -- county support for collaboration to build more affordable housing -- and for making county owned property available for winter shelters. I meet regularly with advocates for the homeless and for affordable housing such as SHARE/WHEEL, LIHI, Solid Ground. As the representative of District 4 which includes Capitol Hill, First Hill, Cascade, South Lake Union, Belltown and Downtown neighborhoods, I have personally volunteered with FareStart to deliver food to shelters and have volunteered at the Downtown Emergency Service Center. I know from listening to people in the district, to advocates for ending homelessness and in my work as an elected official that the only way to end homelessness is for it to become a goal and a value shared at all levels.

Given the City/County resources, how would you invest resources in shelter, permanent supportive housing and other services for people who are homeless?

King County government cannot end homelessness alone, but it can make a contribution with partner cities and the state to those agencies that provide safe shelter, services and permanent housing. In addition, King County can help address many causes of homelessness such as inadequate health care, lack of mental health services, services to both prevent and treat drug and alcohol addiction, domestic violence services, employment training. During my tenure on the council (1991-present), my colleagues and I have joined with and been diligent about finding alternatives to incarceration to help stabilize the lives of citizens at risk.

Please discuss one policy you would change/implement to make a tangible difference in the lives of people who are homeless.

I have had on-going discussions with the providers of critical human services throughout King County about the importance of having a stable, dedicated funding source to provide continuity and reliability of our county's "safety net".

What policies/strategies would you implement to preserve our current housing stock as we try to build more housing for people who are homeless?

We definitely need to rely on a planned, systematic approavh to protecting housinng affordability rather than struggling every time a property owner chooses to develop or sell. I am currently working with city and state lawmakers over the potential loss of Lock Vista apartments in Ballard. Lock Vista is indicative of the pressures on housing throughout our county and it certainly will not be the last targeted effort to protect affordable housing. Similarly, tent city remains a constant reminder that we are not fulfilling the need citizens have for housing. Strategies to end homelessness must include not only housing affordabillity, but also services to ensure that citizens have the support they need for stable lives.

Candidate Name: Penny Sweet
Office sought: Kirkland City Council Position #4
Campaign phone:425-822-2907
Email/Website: www.SweetForKirkland.org
Mailing address:700 20th. Ave. W. Kirkland, WA 98033

I learned first hand, from taking part in the one night count in Kirkland for the past two years, homelessness is not just an issue for Seattle but in fact is a critical problem facing the Eastside as well. I also believe conducting the count in the dead of winter may not give a truly accurate picture of the homeless population in our region. I believe Kirkland needs to increase the funding it provides to local shelters and hosing agencies like KITH, Hopelink and ARCH. I would also work to insure Kirkland provides a seamless connection between our police and park personnel, who often know where the homeless finding refuge, and the agencies which provide needed services.

Given the City/County resources, how would you invest resources in shelter, permanent supportive housing and other services for people who are homeless?

As I mentioned above, Kirkland needs to find revenues to increase the funding it provides to existing agencies. Currently it relies too heavily on simply passing through federal dollars and claiming it has done its part. Those agencies will be much better able to provide the needed services then the city itself.

Please discuss one policy you would change/implement to make a tangible difference in the lives of people who are homeless.

I would support current efforts by the state legislature to make the process easier and more fair for tent cities to locate in communities. While I strongly believe the tent city concept is not the solution to homelessness in Washington, it clearly serves a vital function in the short term as we implement policies and changes that hopefully will the end homelessness in the next 10 years

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Candidate Name:Jessica Greenway
Office sought: Kirkland #4
Campaign phone:206-292-2130
Email/Website: www.re-electgreenway.org
Mailing address:110 15th Avenue; Kirkland, WA 98033

Given the City/County resources, how would you invest resources in shelter, permanent supportive housing and other services for people who are homeless?

Follow the direction of SKCCH; support programs to increase the supply of affordable housing.
Please discuss one policy you would change/implement to make a tangible difference in the lives of people who are homeless.

Support local, county, statewide programs to strategically increase the supply of low income and affordable housing. Develop viable ways to preserve existing stock of low income and affordable housing.

What policies/strategies would you implement to preserve our current housing stock as we try to build more housing for people who are homeless?

Support programs, including financial contributions, to enable City, County, State or Federal purchase of current housing stock. Support non-profit organizations, like ARCH, who are building, preserving, managing affordable housing.

I am continuing to work for a minimum 10% affordable component of any multiunit development in our R24 and above zones.

What policies/strategies would you implement to preserve our current housing stock as we try to build more housing for people who are homeless?

Continue to support my city's contribution ARCH and see that it keeps inline with inflation. Continue to work with electeds to increase funding on the federal, state, and county level for HOF, HOME, RAHP, and CDBG funds. Work with State officials to ensure the continued availability of THOR funds.

Work in Kenmore to ensure the availability of various types of housing supported by zoning changes, when necessary, through out the city.
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Candidate Name: John Marchione
Office sought: Mayor of Redmond
Campaign phone:425-985-2505
Email/Website:john@johnmarchione.com / www.JohnMarchione.com
Mailing address:16532 NE 98th Ct. Redmond, WA 98052

As Mayor, I would work to support the organizations in our community that are already doing good work to provide shelter to the homeless. In addition I will support the implementation of the 10 Year Plan to End Homelssness. Redmond is also a member of ARCH and I will continue that relationship in an effort to further address the problems of homelessness.

Given the City/County resources, how would you invest resources in shelter, permanent supportive housing and other services for people who are homeless?

The City of Redmond already gives money to the organizations in our area, such as Hopelink, that provide shelter to the homeless. I am hopeful that the city can increase this investment. Because Domestic Violence and Mental Health are two of the leading causes of Homelessness, I would also work with agencies that support these issues in our community.

Please discuss one policy you would change/implement to make a tangible difference in the lives of people who are homeless.

I want to bolster the relationship between agencies that address Homelessness and those that provide health care. A healthy person is more able to work and be self-sufficient than a person who lacks access to health care and deals with chronic or constant wellness issues.

What policies/strategies would you implement to preserve our current housing stock as we try to build more housing for people who are homeless?

The Eastside agencies gather regularly to discuss issues and policy needs. I would work closely with this group to determine where the City of Redmond can be of assistance to support and enhance their work.

Candidate Name:Jim Robinson
Office sought: Mayor of Redmond
Campaign phone:425-941-8829
Email/Website: www.robinsonformayor.com
Mailing address:16625 Redmond Way, Suite M PMB 333, Redmond WA. 98052-4444

Regional coordination and cooperation are the keys to meeting this goal. Collectively we must pool our resources not only in housing but in services to support the homeless. Homelessness can result from the costs of a devastating illness, a loss of job or a variety of other conditions leading to loosing one's home. Therefore, services to help people through these events are as a critical as housing / shelter.

Given the City/County resources, how would you invest resources in shelter, permanent supportive housing and other services for people who are homeless?

I would continue supporting the 10 Plan / Goal to eliminate homeliness, ARCH, and projects like Avondale Village (transitional housing). In addition, I would continue the support of the Family Resource Center and Hopelink in order to provide critical services required to transition people out of homelessness.

Please discuss one policy you would change/implement to make a tangible difference in the lives of people who are homeless.

If the 10 Year Goal is going to be met, we must take a holistic approach to homelessness. For example, if a person can't get shelter because he is an alcoholic - then how are we going to get them off the street? Once again services are critical to helping these people deal with some of the core causes of homelessness. Therefore we need to get these people into housing with their pre-conditions so we can address their needs.

What policies/strategies would you implement to preserve our current housing stock as we try to build more housing for people who are homeless?

As previously stated, I would continue supporting ARCH and transitional housing projects like Avondale Village, Avondale Park. Housing will continue to be expensive in Redmond and therefore we need to continue to offer housing choices / alternatives.

Candidate Name:Dayle "Hank" Margeson
Office sought: Redmond City Council
Campaign phone:425-885-1684
Email/Website:hank@friendsofhank.com www.FriendsofHank.com
Mailing address:16135 NE 112th St, Redmond, WA 98052

The crisis of homelessness extends beyond city boundaries as should the search for solutions. I support Tent City encampments as a stop-gap measure for members of our communities that find themselves without a home.

Given the City/County resources, how would you invest resources in shelter, permanent supportive housing and other services for people who are homeless?

One option currently in use is Tent City, a safe, well run organization dedicated to providing shelter for the homeless. In addition, communities need to provide a variety of housing stock at various price points, that includes rental units. I support the use of density bonuses for low-income housing as a means to help transition from homelessness to homeowners.

Please discuss one policy you would change/implement to make a tangible difference in the lives of people who are homeless.

For the vast majority of homeless, providing a helping hand to get back on their feet is all they require. On the other hand, there are others who may lack the capability to survive in a non-homeless situation. For those, we should consider offering an institutional option that helps to maintain their dignity and provides a safe living option.

What policies/strategies would you implement to preserve our current housing stock as we try to build more housing for people who are homeless?

I support continuing to ensure each community has a stock of low-income housing available and that that housing remains available for that purpose. At the same time, I encourage the continued use of bonus densities to provide additional housing stock.

Candidate Name: Brian Conlin
Office sought: Redmond City Council, Position 3
Campaign phone: 425.246.3498
Email/Website: brian@voteconlin.com
Mailing address: 16541 Redmond Way, PMB# 118-C, Redmond, WA 98052-4482

I would work with the existing groups and programs to ensure that Redmond supports the best efforts already in progress on the Eastside. Homelessness is not just an issue in Redmond, but an issue for the entire Puget Sound. My experience in connecting with groups and people will be a key to ensure Redmond is doing all it can to help in the fight against homelessness. As a member of Leadership Eastside, I have begun to work with others in the community that understand the issue of homelessness and are doing something about it, not just talking! In order to address homelessness we need to look at a variety of factors, affordable housing, employment training, substance abuse and mental health treatment and temporary housing (tent cities etc…) among others. I will look at all options and work to implement programs and create connections that make sense for Redmond and the homeless.

Given the City/County resources, how would you invest resources in shelter, permanent supportive housing and other services for people who are homeless?

This is a difficult issue as the first priority of the City of Redmond is Public Safety I would need to ensure that the priorities of the city are addressed first. I believe in the Priorities of Governtment when it comes to the budget process. That is why it is so important to be able to work with other communities, associations and legislators in Olympia to have funds available for homeless programs. Tent Cities are a viable option to help in the fight against homelessness.

Please discuss one policy you would change/implement to make a tangible difference in the lives of people who are homeless.

I would work to have options available for the homeless to be able to get their lives back on track. This would include job training, temporary housing and other support options that are temporary in nature.

What policies/strategies would you implement to preserve our current housing stock as we try to build more housing for people who are homeless?

I would work with the development and housing community to ensure that they have the ability to cost effectively build homes for everyone. Whether this is in the form of tax credits or changes in zoning are all ideas that I would consider. Affordable housing is an issue that plagues all economic levels and we as a City Council need to be leaders in this type of work.

Candidate Name: Kathy Keolker
Office sought: Mayor of Renton
Campaign phone: (206) 718-2022
Email/Website: campaign@mayorkathy.com www.mayorkathy.com
Mailing address: 95 S. Tobin St. #9, Renton, WA 98057

The Seattle/King County Coalition on Homelessness (SKCCH) works collaboratively to ensure the safety and survival of people who are homeless and to end the crisis of homelessness in our region. During your term in office how would you make sure everyone has a safe place to sleep at night?

With striking figures that reveal nationally 600,000 families and 1.5 million children are homeless at a given time, implementing solutions to eliminate homelessness is essential. Under my leadership, the City of Renton adopted King County's 10 year plan to end homelessness. During my mayoral campaign in 2003, I also chaired Vision House's $6 million capital campaign and remain involved in this group today. I have and will continue to advocate for and support local and regional nonprofits who deal specifically with homelessness issues. Such groups include Vision House, Elizabeth Gregory Home, etc. Through programs and policy changes, we as a community can provide the support, guidance, and assistance necessary to tackle this ever increasing problem.

Given the City/County resources, how would you invest resources in shelter, permanent supportive housing and other services for people who are homeless?

I have charged our Human Services Advisory Committee with the task of working on affordable housing options and is one of my top priorities during my next term. King County Councilmember Larry Gossett and I also co-chaired the Healthy Families and Communities Task Force which dealt with the issues listed above.

Please discuss one policy you would change/implement to make a tangible difference in the lives of people who are homeless.

Homelessness is a societal issue that is bigger than our city. There are varying causes to homelessness, and we must first start addressing the root of the problem. For example, providing mental health and drug and alcohol abuse assistance, taking responsibility for our war veterans, supporting organizations that provide training and re-entry into communities, etc. Individuals must be given the tools and opportunity to get out from underneath the stress of homelessness to better their lives. Only then will the homelessness cycle start to erode.

What policies/strategies would you implement to preserve our current housing stock as we try to build more housing for people who are homeless?

One way I would strive to build more affordable housing for individuals is to expand the number of affordable housing options. For example, I have and will continue to support our current zoning for manufactured and mobile home parks. This can also be demonstrated by King County’s recent agreement with the owner’s of Wonderland Estates, who purchased the mobile-home park to offer an affirdable housing option for seniors. Under my administration, we also leased a city park for $1 a year to Vision House, allowing them to utilize the building and property until the city determines what to do with the space.

Candidate Name: Denis Law
Office sought: Mayor, City of Renton
Campaign phone:425 306-4444
Email/Website: www.DenisLawForMayor.com
Mailing address: PO Box 30, Renton, WA 98057-0030

I'll rephrase the question since unfortunately nobody currently holding public office in this county has been able to achieve this goal. How would I work to help provide safe shelter for homeless in our community? I believe we need to increase some human resource funding for emergency housing options, especially parents with children who have been left homeless due to loss of jobs, the economy, etc. I will also work with local churches, social service groups and community organizations to help develop a plan that provides more local options.

Given the City/County resources, how would you invest resources in shelter, permanent supportive housing and other services for people who are homeless?

I believe we need to partner with social service agencies and the private sector in addressing these needs. I have personally supported (financially and fund-raising efforts) the efforts of Vision House to expand their facilities to house and provide other services to women with children. They have a high success rate of changing the lives of those they assist and we need to explore expanding these types of services.

Please discuss one policy you would change/implement to make a tangible difference in the lives of people who are homeless.

I will work to help educate ourselves as a city, local residents and business partners on how a homeless person really looks, and who a homeless person really is to help people understand that many of our friends and family members are one step away from the same fate. This would help to reduce the stigma that all homeless people are drug addicts and alcoholics or simply people who "choose" to be homeless.

What policies/strategies would you implement to preserve our current housing stock as we try to build more housing for people who are homeless?

I'm not in favor of mandates against private property owners in order to maintain affordable housing. We need to develop better programs that incent developers in including affordable housing options as part of their overall plans. In Renton, I will work closely with the Renton Housing Authority to see how we can expand their services throughout the city.

Candidate Name:Marcie Palmer
Office sought: Renton City Council, Position 3
Campaign phone:206-578-8804
Email/Website:pkplmarcie@comcast.net www.palmer2007.com
Mailing address:PO Box 1702, Renton, 98057

I have supported increasing grant funds for Human Services, & will continue advocating for homeless issues.

Please discuss one policy you would change/implement to make a tangible difference in the lives of people who are homeless.

Advocate for some type of emergency shelter during extreme weather, especially for people with children.

What policies/strategies would you implement to preserve our current housing stock as we try to build more housing for people who are homeless?

Last year, I supported keeping the WWII duplexes in the Renton Highlands as conforming, rather than non-conforming as the Administration proposed. I will continue to work for increased participation from disinterested landlords to maintain & upgrade properties like this for low-income, as well as look for ways the City can partner with neighborhoods like this to retain what little affordable housing is still available.
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Candidate Name: Jean Godden
Office sought: Position 1
Campaign phone:206-383-3022
Email/Website: www.jeangodden.com
Mailing address: PO Box 21522 Seattle, WA 98111

The Ten Year Plan to End Homelessness is central to our resolve to ensure that there is a roof over every bed and that social services are available to all who seek them. Besides working to ensure funds for the Ten Year Plan, I have actively helped launch plans to build more low-income housing, to land bank for future low-income housing and to preserve existing housing stocks. By increasing supply, we combat rising prices and ensure working people can afford to live in Seattle. Yet, this is not enough. Homelessness is simply unacceptable in a city as prosperous as Seattle. I support increased funding for shelters and nonprofits working to alleviate the difficulties of life on the streets. I led the fight to increase funding for community clinics and services such as Project Access that connects the uninsured with pro-bono medical care. But we cannot rest. We must step up backing for drug-rehabilitation programs and organizations that assist domestic violence victims who often end up homeless as they flee an abusive partner or family. We must also make sure that we have safe streets. The homeless must be treated with dignity and respect by our police and they should be able to rely on our police force to protect them from predators who would attack vulnerable members of our society.

Given the City/County resources, how would you invest resources in shelter, permanent supportive housing and other services for people who are homeless?

The Ten Year Plan prioritizes permanent housing over temporary shelters. But the reality is that we will still need to maintain shelters until it is possible to put a permanent roof over every bed. It is hoped that point will come within the ten years or even before that. Even then, it may be necessary to keep specialized, temporary shelter – such as shelters for domestic abuse victims or for those displaced during floods or windstorms — available even afterwards. Currently, we must find a balance for investing funds that keeps the Ten Year Plan moving forward while providing intermediate housing and services to those who need it now. Adequate support services deserve parallel backing, since they ensure that the homeless will not simply spiral back onto the streets.

Please discuss one policy you would change/implement to make a tangible difference in the lives of people who are homeless.

One of the most promising areas of help for people who are homeless is better access to medical and substance abuse treatment and more help in finding jobs for those who seek them. These services, properly funded and implemented, are critical to ending the cycle of homelessness.

What policies/strategies would you implement to preserve our current housing stock as we try to build more housing for people who are homeless?

I believe that the council should implement a policy that replaces public housing units affected by development with a one-to-one replacement within the area. We cannot allow current housing stocks to be diminished. Additional funding sources must be found not only to preserve serviceable housing, but to ensure that we progress as quickly as possible toward providing more housing for those currently homeless. Specifically, I would want to partner with the Seattle Housing Coalition and other nonprofits to jump start the building of new units and to retrofit useable structures where and when possible. The City Council has repeatedly lobbied the Legislature for more tools to preserve affordable housing, better treatment of renters and limits to wholesale condo conversions. In this case, a rising tide does float all ships, a larger supply decreases homelessness and ensures that those who work in Seattle can afford to live here.

Candidate Name: Bruce Harrell
Office sought: Pos 3
Campaign phone:206-949-3549
Email/Website: www.electbruceharrell.com
Mailing address: PO Box 21208 Seattle, WA 98111

I will commit to serious participation and support of the "10 Year Plan to end Homelessness in King County". The tremendous work done thus far through collaborative efforts by government, private sector and nonprofit agencies on this issue needs to continue to move forward. I will work with the coalition. I fully support the key strategies: To prevent homelessness, move people rapidly from homelessness to housing and to build the public and political will to end homelessness.

I am keenly aware of the need for affordable housing in the city of Seattle. Unless we work collaboratively on this issue, we will see our homeless population grow. We need to work across systems to improve financial investments in housing and services that support vulnerable people.

Given the City/County resources, how would you invest resources in shelter, permanent supportive housing and other services for people who are homeless?

I would support the direction of the ten year plan recognizing that current funding levels already committed to housing and homelessness programs need to be maintained. I'm a strong believer in being able to find savings in governmental systems and redirecting existing funding through savings to this important initiative. Given my fiscal and management experience, I would review options for use of funding generated under the Homeless Housing Assistance Act to be certain we are maximizing our resources. I would continue to work with the county and state officials to study and advocate for additional federal dollars. I am also committed to working with private sector businesses and builders to support this initiative.

Please discuss one policy you would change/implement to make a tangible difference in the lives of people who are homeless.

I would like to review the policy/processes currently in place regarding the "Housing First" model now being utilized in many cities' 10 year plans. Studies throughout the country have indicated this approach to working with the chronically homeless population has had success in reducing costs and results in more effective treatment for participants, and positively affects stability. I am aware the Downtown Emergency Service Center has been doing this for some time. I believe expansion of this best practice could reduce the need for emergency shelters, reduce crimes, and the risks to the homeless populations. I would not suggest elimination of emergency shelters. One system, while it may reduce costs, does not replace the need. To deal with the chronically homeless and the growing population of homeless individuals and families, we need to have available housing options that provide permanency not temporary stays. Over time all systems need to be reviewed and possibly changed to improve services and systems. With regards to the social services and the homeless populations, we know the needs have changed. What worked in the '80's for homeless populations may not meet the needs today. Our resources have changed, our knowledge has changed, our services and understanding has improved. We can do a much better job in reducing homelessness in our region. I am a strong advocate for “Housing First".

What policies/strategies would you implement to preserve our current housing stock as we try to build more housing for people who are homeless?

I will continue to meet with housing advocates in the community to preserve and expand affordable housing options in the City of Seattle. I support the Section 8 housing program and will continue to advocate for this financial support system for families in need. I will find the funds to allow affordable housing developers to build new construction in the city in under-utilized areas. None of this can happen without all of us working together. I am committed to a partnership with the advocates, the service providers, the developers and elected officials. Seattle is a city for all people and they all need to have housing. I will support bonds for Affordable Housing; establish a Land Bank Fund to assist Affordable Housing developers and propose that the City guarantee financing projects for Affordable Housing developers.

Candidate Name: Venus Velazquez
Office sought: Seattle City Council position 3
Campaign phone:206-450-3886
Email/Website: venus@venus4seattle.com www.venus4seattle.com
Mailing address: P.O. Box 9100, Seattle, WA 98109

Support the activities of already existing organization dealing with homelessness.

Support fully funding the 10 year plan to end homelessness.

Support programs designed to prevent homelessness.

Support programs that move people to permanent housing and take every measure possible to keep them there rather than re-enter the world of homelessness.

As a councilmember I’d use my position to make the issue one that the public and politicians retain at the forefront of their priority list.

Given the City/County resources, how would you invest resources in shelter, permanent supportive housing and other services for people who are homeless?

The competition for resource is always a challenge. However, we must view homelessness in terms of the costs and benefits not only to the individuals, but to society as a whole. It is much less expensive for us to provide supportive services and keep people housed than to leave them homeless. Once housed and employed they pay taxes and become a resource to society.

I would make sure that the City’s investment in shelter, permanent housing and supportive services are well-coordinated to maximize the use of limited dollars. I’d make sure we’re funding the most cost-effective approaches and organizations as we make funding decisions.

Please discuss one policy you would change/implement to make a tangible difference in the lives of people who are homeless.

During my time in office, I will prioritize finding a dedicated source of funding for community health and human services.

What policies/strategies would you implement to preserve our current housing stock as we try to build more housing for people who are homeless?

The City has effectively used local, state and federal resources to preserve affordable housing. I would support ongoing to preserve Section 8 buildings that house apartments and support the bridge loan program to help nonprofits acquire buildings while arranging financing. I’d make sure that we conduct a thorough impact analysis before we decide to demolish or convert current housing stock being used for low income and homeless people. I’d support placing a priority on preservation in Low Income Housing tax allocation programs and maintaining competitive tax credit set-asides specifically for preservation.

I’d support housing trust fund programs that finance preservation and rehabilitation. I’d want to implement incentives for green building development and establish “green” basic requirements for affordable housing programs.

Candidate Name: Tom Rasmussen
Office sought: 5
Campaign phone:206-234-8303
Email/Website:campaign@tom4seattle.com http://www.tom4seattle.com
Mailing address: PO Box 4647 Seattle, WA 98194

During my first term on the Seattle City Council, I have worked to ensure that homeless people have a place to sleep that is safe and comfortable. Shortly after taking office and becoming the Chair of the Housing, Health, and Human Services Committee, I visited homeless service shelters funded by the City. I spoke to the staff of several shelters and saw the conditions of the shelters. I was appalled to learn that some shelters funded by Seattle had so few resources that people were sleeping on floors with only a piece of cardboard between the person and the floor.

Because of that, I led the initiative on the Council to establish standards to ensure that shelters were warm, clean and comfortable.

I also headed the recommitment of the City Council to allow City Hall to be used for an emergency shelter.

I have opposed and will continue to oppose a reduction in shelters and funding for them as long as there are waiting lists and as long as people are turned away.

Given the City/County resources, how would you invest resources in shelter, permanent supportive housing and other services for people who are homeless?

I currently serve on the Seattle King County Ten Year Plan to End Homelessness Governing Board, and one of our priorities is to invest in permanent supportive housing to help people get back in their feet. I will continue to support temporary shelters but my priority will be permanent supportive housing.

Please discuss one policy you would change/implement to make a tangible difference in the lives of people who are homeless.

I would like to have the restrictions on the eligibility for housing for people who have criminal convictions removed or modified to be more flexible.

What policies/strategies would you implement to preserve our current housing stock as we try to build more housing for people who are homeless?

I will continue to support "one-for-one" housing replacement policies.

I have and will continue to oppose the demolition of publicly owned housing that is practical and feasible to provide for low income or homeless people.

Candidate Name: Tim Burgess
Office sought: Position 7
Campaign phone:206-300-7977
Email/Website: www.timburgess2007.com
Mailing address:PO Box 9100, Seattle, WA 98109

I would continue and even expand the low-income housing levy and our highly successful partnerships with nonprofit organizations. In fact, Seattle's partnerships with nonprofit organizations to build low income housing is a national model. I would work aggressively to increase the supply of affordable housing for middle and low income working families. I would be a strong advocate for nonprofit organizations which provide a safety net of essential services, including temporary and emergency shelter, food service, and job training, recovery, and long-term integration programs. I have worked on behalf of nonprofit organizations for the past 28 years, helping them communicate their mission and raise funds. I would like to see more nonprofits working in this critical area and serving the needs of the homeless. I would also be a strong advocate for strengthening public health and mental health services through community clinics.

Given the City/County resources, how would you invest resources in shelter, permanent supportive housing and other services for people who are homeless?

I would focus on long-term solutions, but not neglect temporary and emergency solutions. I strongly support the 10 year goal of ending homelessness in our community and believe we must have such a strategic goal clearly in mind as we address the immediate challenges.

Please discuss one policy you would change/implement to make a tangible difference in the lives of people who are homeless.

I would increase funding for social services aimed at the homeless through nonprofit organizations in our city.

What policies/strategies would you implement to preserve our current housing stock as we try to build more housing for people who are homeless?

I favor a limited local-option condo conversion moratorium until supply can catch up with demand. I also favor expanding the city’s housing levy in partnership with nonprofit organizations and the SHA so that additional low-income housing can be built. I favor zoning changes that would allow for additional dwelling units in the city.

Candidate Name: Sally Clark
Office sought: 9
Campaign phone:206-234-8303
Email/Website:info@electsallyclark.com http://www.electsallyclark.com
Mailing address: PO Box 2041 Seattle, WA 98111

I would ensure everyone has a safe place to sleep at night by developing policies and funding to 1) maintain the city's commitment to the goals of the 10-Year Plan to End Homelessness and housing first; and 2) keep up the city's funding for emergency shelter to match the real need; and 3) re-commit the city's public safety resources to respect and safeguard the special needs of homeless people; and 4) supporting the work of non-profit groups that reach into the homeless population to meet people where they are, help them stay safe and healthy, and move toward stability in a home.

Given the City/County resources, how would you invest resources in shelter, permanent supportive housing and other services for people who are homeless?

I know that housing alone won't solve the homelessness crisis. I believe the best results for chronically homeless people are being achieved through creative collaborations between traditional housing providers and traditional service providers. I support recent innovations like the joint "notice of funding" between government and foundation funders. I do believe that at some point we will be able to scale back funding for emergency shelter based on success in moving people to permanent housing. However, I do not believe we have reached that point. I volunteered at the ROOTS shelter this summer where they have reached shelter capacity and turned away people repeatedly this summer.

Please discuss one policy you would change/implement to make a tangible difference in the lives of people who are homeless.

I would change discharge policies for our local hospitals and correctional facilities. I think we can do better than releasing people without direct connections to housing and support services. I think money invested in connecting these people with necessary housing, mental health, job skill training and other support will be recouped by lower jail costs that build up through the revolving doors of our hsopitals and jails.

What policies/strategies would you implement to preserve our current housing stock as we try to build more housing for people who are homeless?

Next year I look forward to taking a leadership role in the planning to renew the Housing Levy in 2009, so the city can continue its effort to end homelessness. This levy is crucial to providing affordable housing, which can help get many people back on their feet. The preservation of affordability in existing units is almost more difficult than development of new units. I want to work to break down barriers to owners retaining existing units. We live in a "hot" real estate market. Many people are willing to pay more than current rent in almost any building. I want to work with state lawmakers to create incentives that make it attractive for owners to keep rental units. I also want to continue to encourage existing property owners to make "new" housing available through Section 8 or similar voucher programs.

Candidate Name: Paul Grace
Office sought: Shoreline City Council Position #2
Campaign phone:206-546-8279
Email/Website: www.graceforcouncil@comcast.net
Mailing address:18405 Aurora N., Suite H, PMG 117, Shoreline, WA 98133

Regularly survey so that we understand the need (numbers, composition, special needs, etc.)

Work with community and regional agencies to ensure safe, secure shelters are identified and accessible

Given the City/County resources, how would you invest resources in shelter, permanent supportive housing and other services for people who are homeless?

Collaborate with County, Housing Authority and other regional resources. Make Shoreline's proportionate contribution a budget priority

Please discuss one policy you would change/implement to make a tangible difference in the lives of people who are homeless.

Ensure there is a single point of contact in the City for information, referrals, resources. Do not allow "I don't know who is handling that" or "I'll get back to you."

What policies/strategies would you implement to preserve our current housing stock as we try to build more housing for people who are homeless?

Incorporate homeless housing needs into City's housing strategy. Work with developers to add units of affordable housing to planned developments. Identify jobs within City to which homeless could be referred.

Candidate Name: Peter Tountas
Office sought: Woodinville City Council, Position #4
Campaign phone:425-488-4424
Email/Website:www.PeterTountas.com
Mailing address:12505 NE 164th St., Woodinville, WA 98072

First of all, I would endeavor to make sure as many citizens are aware of the 10 year plan to provide for the homeless. This is an excellent plan and needs the support of all of the people in King County. Many people that I have made contact, do not know that this plan exists. In Woodinville, we do not have any formal plan to provide safe places for the homeless to sleep, except for Tent City that comes by once per year. We do have plans to provide shelter in case of a declared emergency. (I serve as a emergency Preparedness Commissioner.) Until the 10 year plan if realized, I would push to open the Sand Point Facility, even if it just the hanger area, in order to provide cots and food for the homeless. As I recall, we spend about $25M per year in King County for all aspects of helping the homeless. The Sand Point Facility is perfect as an interim facility for the homeless.

Given the City/County resources, how would you invest resources in shelter, permanent supportive housing and other services for people who are homeless?

The ten year plan details the provisions for the homeless. Obviously there is a difference between low income and homeless. It is important to provide a facility that the homeless have access to transportation, has security, and can provide a place were prospective employers can come to interview candidates and hire help. The important thing is to bring homeless people to a place where they feel worthwhile contributing citizens. A place like Sand Point could be used to teach certain trades and provide medical care through volunteers.

Please discuss one policy you would change/implement to make a tangible difference in the lives of people who are homeless.

The ability to feel self worth is though education and being wanted. Homeless people that are willing to learn a trade, will build self-esteem, no question about it. Once they start earning an income, they become an essential part of the community and they deserve to have that chance. So, in summary, I would enlist the services of volunteer trades people to help in the educational process.

What policies/strategies would you implement to preserve our current housing stock as we try to build more housing for people who are homeless?

Encourage the use of tax credits for multi-unit buildings to provide low income housing. These credits would exist for a period of no less than 10 years and must be retain upon the sale of the property.

Candidate Name: Susan Boundy-Sanders
Office sought: Woodinville City Council Position 6
Campaign phone:425-591-3672
Email/Website:sbsand@hotmail.com/ www.boundy-sanders.com
Mailing address:17859 149th Av. NE, Woodinville, WA 98072-6202

Woodinville is in the process of creating a Downtown Master Plan, which includes affordable housing and services. Volunteers are working hard on that plan, and it is nearing completion.

The city is also working with two different developers on mixed-use developments that are planned to include affordable housing.

Woodinville has hosted Tent City twice. The first visit was moderately successful; I would describe the second as unsuccessful. If Tent City returns to Woodinville, I support hosting them at their first location, close to services and transit.

Given the City/County resources, how would you invest resources in shelter, permanent supportive housing and other services for people who are homeless?

I'm currently a member of the Board of Directors of Plymouth Healing Communities, which has a successful program of breaking the cycle of mental illness and homelessness through its Houses of Healing and companionship program. I plan to continue that position regardless of the outcome of the election.

My husband and I are also longtime donors, through Plymouth Congregational Church, to Plymouth Housing Group. This support will also continue, regardless of the outcome of the election.

I can't imagine a better model than Plymouth Housing Group and Plymouth Healing Communities. I would invest in them and other organizations built on a similar model of public-private partnership, high levels of volunteerism and community support, and good governance.

Please discuss one policy you would change/implement to make a tangible difference in the lives of people who are homeless.

I go through anguish every time I read or hear the words, "Tent City." I'm completely supportive of the need for a safe place for homeless people to stay, and believe that they are well-served by having the protection and support of each other and their sponsoring organizations. However, I don't think that being compelled to move every three months is conducive to building a stable life, and I perceive that moving to locations far from support structures and jobs does not get Tent City residents closer to the goal of permanent housing.

Until we end homelessness, I think Tent City residents would be better served if they had a single permanent location, close to services and jobs.

What policies/strategies would you implement to preserve our current housing stock as we try to build more housing for people who are homeless?

In Woodinville, we still have tracts of vacant land, even in our downtown area, that are suitable for development. Our particular need is for careful planning regarding what types of uses are permitted in different parts of our downtown so that we grow gracefully.

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Claudia Balducci Bellevue Council Pos. 5
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Tris Samberg Bothell Council Pos. 2
Jack Dovey Federal Way Council Pos. 5
Hope Elder Federal Way Council Pos. 7
Jim Ferrell Federal Way Council Pos. 1
Roger Freeman Federal Way Council Pos. 5
Mike Park Federal Way Council Pos. 3
Bob Black Kenmore Council Pos. 7
Milton Curtis Kenmore Council Pos. 3
John Hendrickson Kenmore Council Pos. 1
Bob Hensel Kenmore Council Pos. 1
Dennis Hill Kenmore Council Pos. 5
Elliot Newlin Kenmore Council Pos. 3
Glenn M. Rogers Kenmore Council Pos. 7
Mark J. Gagnon Kent Council Pos. 7
Ronald E. Harmon Kent Council Pos. 7
Deborah Ranniger Kent Council Pos. 1
Debbie Raplee Kent Council Pos. 5
Les Thomas Kent Council Pos. 3
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Larry Gossett King Co. Pos. 2
Jane Hague King Co. Pos. 6
Richard Pope King Co. Pos. 6
John Potter King Co. Pos. 8
Dave Asher Kirkland Council Pos. 6
Bob Sternoff Kirkland Council Pos. 2
David Carson Redmond Council Pos. 7
Richard Cole Redmond Council Pos. 5
Brian Conlin Redmond Council Pos. 3
Hank Myers Redmond Council Pos. 1
Michallea Schuelke Redmond Council Pos. 5
Brian Seitz Redmond Council Pos. 7
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Cheryl E. Haskins Renton Council Pos. 5
King Parker Renton Council Pos. 5
Don Perrson Renton Council Pos. 7
Terry Persson Renton Council Pos. 4
Greg Taylor Renton Council Pos. 4
David Della Seattle Pos. 7
Judy Fenton Seattle Pos. 9
Joe Szwaja Seattle Pos. 1
Chris Eggen Shoreline Council Pos. 2
Maggie Fimia Shoreline Council Pos. 4
Doris McConnell Shoreline Council Pos. 4
Robert L. (Bob) Ransom Shoreline Council Pos. 6
Terry Scott Shoreline Council Pos. 6
Liz Aspen Woodinville Council Pos. 6
Jeff Glickman Woodinville Council Pos. 2
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Randy Ransom Woodinville Council Pos. 2