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No on Washington’s I-933: What the Neighbors Could Do

Washington’s I-933 will pave the way for irresponsible development, huge costs to taxpayers, and an end to many commonsense protections. If you have an extra second, go to the YouTube ...

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Housing + Cities

The Facts on I-933, Measure 37, and You

What voters in 6 western states should know about property initiatives on the 2006 ballot.

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Housing + Cities

Worried about Infrastructure Costs? Then End the Apartment Ban

Takeaways Editor’s note: Sightline Institute is co-publishing this article with the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives. View its version here. The costs of public infrastructure are becoming the go-to excuse ...

Author: Alex Hemingway
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Housing + Cities

Parking Reform Alone Can Boost Homebuilding by 40 to 70 Percent

More evidence that parking flexibility is key to housing abundance.

Author: Catie Gould
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Democracy + Elections

The History of Washington’s Wandering Election Day

Despite intending to choose a voting day that’s best for voters, timing could still be easier—but legislators can fix that.

Author: Todd Newman
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Democracy + Elections

A Magic Boost for Low-Turnout City Elections

Takeaways Find audio versions of Sightline articles on any of your favorite podcast platforms, including Spotify, YouTube, and Apple. First-time candidate for Seattle City Council Alexis Mercedes Rinck just got ...

Author: Shannon Grimes
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Features

New Features of Sightline’s Website We launched an improved new website in November 2024. Here’s what you can expect. Sightline Institute went live with a new website in November 2024. ...

Author: SwatchJunkies
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Climate + Energy

Lessons for Washington State Leaders as Another US Oil Refinery Closes

Takeaways Find audio versions of Sightline articles on any of your favorite podcast platforms, including Spotify, YouTube, and Apple. Yet another US oil refinery will soon shut its doors. Phillips ...

Author: Emily Moore
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Democracy + Elections

Portland Election Delivers City’s Most Representative Council Ever

Find audio versions of Sightline articles on any of your favorite podcast platforms, including Spotify, YouTube, and Apple. Well, it’s working!  Portlanders just used proportional ranked choice voting to elect ...

Author: Jay Lee
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Housing + Cities

Parking Mandates Are Keeping Kids Out of Daycare

But cities can ditch these arbitrary rules and help families out of the daycare desert.

Author: Catie Gould
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