HUD approves $23 million deal to construct 25-bed replacement hospital in Grand Coulee, Washington
WASHINGTON, DC - July 17, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) -- The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development today announced a commitment to insure a mortgage loan to Coulee Community Hospital in Grand Coulee, Washington to construct a new 25-bed hospital to replace an existing 47-year-old facility and fund renovation of an associated clinic.
State, federal sweep slams loan-mod scams
SEATTLE, WA - July 15, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) -- In the aftermath of the mortgage industry shakedown, a new type of bottom-feeder is chomping at homeowners struggling to keep up with their loan payments.
Gov. Gregoire announces nearly $30 million in recovery funds to weatherize low-income homes
OLYMPIA, WA - July 13, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) -- Gov. Chris Gregoire today announced Washington state received the green light from federal officials to distribute nearly $30 million in stimulus money for weatherizing low-income homes through the Washington State Department of Community, Trade and Economic Development.
Seattle developer, Othello Partners, together with USAA Real Estate Company brings transit-oriented living to...
Seattle, WA - June 24, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) -- Despite the economic downturn stalling numerous development projects around Puget Sound and throughout the country, one developer—Seattle-based Othello Partners—will move forward in breaking ground on The Station at Othello Park, 420,000-square-foot mixed-use project in south Seattle’s Othello neighborhood.
Pierce County businesses claiming to help homeless aren’t charities
TACOMA, WA - June 29, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) – The telemarketers’ pitch seems innocent enough: They want you to buy trash bags, light bulbs or gift cards at jacked-up prices.
Clark County purchases community park property in Felida
Vancouver, WA - June 29, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) – Clark County has purchased a 10-acre property at 11515 NW 16th Ave. in Felida for use as a future community park and trail head, following approval by the Board of Clark County Commissioners.
Grand opening of Green & Affordable Homes named in honor of former chair Bart...
Seattle, WA - June 30, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) - The Grand Opening celebration for The Bart Harvey, in Seattle’s South Lake Union neighborhood, is scheduled for Wednesday July 8. The event will take place at the Bart Harvey Housing site, located at 430 Minor Ave. N. in Seattle, with a brief program from 3:30 PM until 5:00 PM.
Griffin-Matteson JV Closes First Multifamily Buy
KENT, WA - June 19, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) - An alliance of apartment property operator JB Matteson Inc. and investment manager Griffin Capital Corp. recently made its first apartment acquisition, paying Equity Residential $32.4 million for Waterford at the Lakes, a 344-unit complex.
Project to provide free legal assistance to homeowners facing foreclosure
SEATTLE, WA - June 18, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) -- The Washington State Bar Association (WSBA) is pleased to announce that its Home Foreclosure Legal...
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.
