Washington RealEstateRama
Mayor Nickels statement on Housing Levy renewal
SEATTLE, WA - June 11, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) – Mayor Greg Nickels issued a statement on today's actions by the City Council's Housing Levy Committee of the Whole to place the Housing Levy renewal on the November ballot:
Stimulus funds to enhance housing and community development programs
Vancouver, WA - May 18, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) — The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) of 2009, signed into law last February, will infuse more than $6 million into Clark County’s housing and community development programs. Planning is underway for the management and distribution of funds.
Pay time for notorious foreclosure rescue scammer
SEATTLE, WA - May 7, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) — The Washington Attorney General’s Office declared a major victory for consumers today in response to a judge’s order that a notorious foreclosure rescue scammer must pay more than $3.2 million to victims he wronged plus $179,000 in penalties for violating the Consumer Protection Act.
Housing Levy Renewal Needed Now More than Ever
SEATTLE, WA - April 29, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) — Mayor Greg Nickels today announced his proposal to renew the Seattle Housing Levy, which expires at the end of 2009. He made his announcement in the courtyard of the Seattle Housing Levy-funded Stone Way Apartments in Wallingford, surrounded by current and former residents of levy-funded housing.
State Awards $11.5 Million in Community Development Block Grants
Olympia, WA - April 29, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) — The Washington State Department of Community, Trade and Economic Development (CTED) today announced Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) General Purpose Grants for over $11.5 million dollars to 14 cities and counties throughout the state.
Fire Marshal urges homeowners to prepare for wildfire season now
Vancouver, WA - April 29, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) — On the heels of the devastating wildfires that scorched more than 100,000 acres near Oklahoma City earlier this month, Clark County Fire Marshal Jon Dunaway is urging homeowners to be proactive.
Green Building Initiative: saving energy for homes and businesses
SEATTLE, WA - April 22, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) — Seattle Mayor Greg Nickels today announced a multitiered strategy to save energy and shrink the amount of climate pollution from Seattle's buildings and homes. Launched today on Earth Day, the Green Building Capital Initiative:
Seattle awards $628,000 to improve community buildings
Seattle, WA - April 17, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) — Mayor Greg Nickels today announced City of Seattle funding awards totaling $628,000 for five community agencies that are renovating or building facilities to help them better serve people in need. Funding for the awards comes from the federal Community Development Block Grant.
Solar panel dedication Apr. 18 at Farmers Market
Bellingham, WA - April 17, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) — A new demonstration solar power installation is shining a light on the City of Bellingham’s commitment to clean, renewable energy. Saturday April 18 at 11:00 a.m., the public is invited to a ceremony at Depot Market Square to dedicate a 2.4 kilowatt solar electric power system recently installed on the roof of one of the parking sheds. The new system was awarded to the people of Bellingham by Puget Sound Energy.
Survey to gain better understanding of homeless needs
SEATTLE, WA - April 13, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) — Hundreds of volunteers will survey unsheltered homeless people in Seattle tonight to better understand the needs of people who are homeless and the barriers they face to finding permanent housing.
Mayor’s South Lake Union Tour: Jobs, Housing, Transportation
SEATTLE, WA - April 8, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) — Mayor Greg Nickels led a walking tour of the South Lake Union neighborhood this morning, meeting physicians, scientists, and retailers. He also spoke about the future of Mercer Street and the need to improve mobility in this vital part of the regional economy.
Clark County and tribe cancel 2004 agreement over potential development
Vancouver, WA - April 8, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) — The Board of Clark County Commissioners has voted to rescind a 2004 agreement with the Cowlitz Indian Tribe that spelled out how the tribe would pay for local services and follow county standards if the tribe received federal approval to develop 152 acres next to Interstate 5 near La Center.
Assessor schedules March 11 meeting on property tax statements
Vancouver, WA - February 27, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) — Clark County Assessor Linda Franklin has scheduled a public meeting for property owners to learn more about their 2009 property tax statements.
Vancouver, Clark County team up to clear the way for sustainable, affordable housing
Vancouver, WA - February 24, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) — Vancouver and Clark County invite the public to learn about their joint study of code and regulatory barriers to developing affordable housing designed to minimize its long-term impact on the environmen
Council-funded report explores options for improving rental housing conditions in Seattle
SEATTLE, WA - February 10, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) – The City Council will discuss a Council-funded Rental Housing Inspection Report by consulting firm Cedar River Group at its Planning, Land Use and Neighborhoods Committee on Wednesday, February 11 at 9:00 a.m. The presentation, which will be led by Cedar River Group representatives, will begin at approximately 9:30 a.m
Settlements with concrete contractors pave way for consumer refunds
SPOKANE, WA - February 4, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) – A father-and-sons contracting business that built up a heap of customer complaints about shoddy service and unfair billing practices agreed to partial refunds for homeowners
States urge feds to push for affordable mortgage modifications
OLYMPIA, WA - February 2, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) – Attorney General Rob McKenna joined a group of other attorneys general and state banking regulators in sending a urging federal officials to encourage national banks and federal thrift-servicing operations to modify mortgage loans that are becoming unaffordable for consumers.
Realtors announce housing market strategies to boost Washington’s economy
OLYMPIA, WA - January 13, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) – The Washington REALTORS® today announced several recommendations designed to energize Washington's housing market. The recommendations are the product of the Realtors' Economic Stimulus Presidential Advisory Group, which included three of the Northwest's top economists and leaders from state agencies.
New standards for better townhouses, multifamily housing
SEATTLE, WA - January 12, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) – Mayor Greg Nickels has sent legislation to the City Council to improve the character and design of townhouses, and require environmentally sensitive building and landscaping.
Attorney General’s foreclosure rescue fraud and online promotions bills scheduled for public hearings this...
OLYMPIA, WA - January 18, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) – Two bills requested by Attorney General Rob McKenna that would protect Washington consumers are scheduled for public hearings this week.
