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Seattle Chamber Releases "The Index"
Seattle Chamber Releases "The Index"

On Tuesday, October 10, the Seattle Chamber Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce released the latest findings from “The Index”, it bi-annual survey that gauges public sentiment on the quality of life in Seattle. The poll is instrumental in city council campaign efforts and points to... Continue Reading

Postedby Ryan Makinster
Date posted10/13/2023


WMFHA Announces Candidate Endorsements
WMFHA Announces Candidate Endorsements

The WMFHA Board of Directors recently voted to endorse a number of local candidates for city offices. Continue Reading

Postedby Ryan Makinster
Date posted10/9/2023


No on Tacoma Measure 1 Ads Released
No on Tacoma Measure 1 Ads Released

The No on Tacoma Measure 1 committee, which WMFHA is engaged in, recently released series of ads encouraging Tacoma voters to voter down Measure 1. Continue Reading

Postedby Ryan Makinster
Date posted10/9/2023


EV Grant Webinar Already Showing Success
EV Grant Webinar Already Showing Success

On Tuesday September 19, WMFHA hosted a webinar educating attendees on the state’s recently announced Washington EV Charging Program (WAEVCP). And it is already showing success. WMFHA member LED Trail has already met with 5 members on 6 projects to discuss eligibility and planning for... Continue Reading

Postedby Ryan Makinster
Date posted10/9/2023


GA in the Community
GA in the Community

Your GA team has been staying busy with events all over the region. Continue Reading

Postedby Carter Nelson
Date posted10/9/2023


GA Team meets with Eastside Legislators and Members!
GA Team meets with Eastside Legislators and Members!

As we are gearing up for session in January, your GA team is meeting with legislators all over the state. Continue Reading

Postedby Carter Nelson
Date posted10/9/2023


Senator Mark Mullet Awarded 2023 WMFHA Legislator of the Year at WAO
Senator Mark Mullet Awarded 2023 WMFHA Legislator of the Year at WAO

At Washington Apartment Outlook (WAO) this morning, WMFHA’s 2023 President, Tali Reiner, presented Senator Mark Mullet (D-Issaquah) with our 2023 Legislator of the Year Award. This is the highest honor given to an active legislator from WMFHA in recognition and acknowledgement of their... Continue Reading

Postedby Nick Marin
Date posted09/26/2023


Click and Lease Update
Click and Lease Update

The NAA Click & Lease Program will be updated on September 27 to include several changes to the lease forms. The Release Notes, which are accessible when logged into your NAA Click & Lease Program, include copies of these upcoming forms. Form changes listed here. Should you have any... Continue Reading

Postedby Ryan Makinster
Date posted09/18/2023


Seattle Renters Insurance Allowance Update
Seattle Renters Insurance Allowance Update

The Seattle Office of Housing has updated its website to include the current Renters Insurance Allowance. The website now links to one easy to read document that includes the most current Renters Insurance and Utility Allowance. If you have questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to... Continue Reading

Postedby Ryan Makinster
Date posted09/18/2023


Washington Energy Code Delayed
Washington Energy Code Delayed

As part of our efforts to address the rising cost of compliance and increasing regulatory oversight, our WMFHA GA staff have been active in a stakeholder group that seeks to achieve a reasonable energy code as adopted by the Washington State Building Code Council (SBCC). The group is made up of... Continue Reading

Postedby Ryan Makinster
Date posted09/18/2023


WMFHA Hosts Gubernatorial Candidate Senator Mark Mullet
WMFHA Hosts Gubernatorial Candidate Senator Mark Mullet

On Monday September 18, WMFHA hosted Senator Mark Mullet, candidate for Washington Governor, in our offices. The event was attended by Board of Directors, Government Affairs and Political Action Committee members. It provided a chance for Senator Mullet to explain his platform, support for the... Continue Reading

Postedby Ryan Makinster
Date posted09/18/2023


Back the PAC
Back the PAC

As we have seen over the last 12 months, political action is not only required at the state level, but in city council chambers as well. We cannot remain solely focused on Olympia, we need to continue to expand our election efforts to the local level, as well as by endorsing and supporting county... Continue Reading

Postedby Ryan Makinster
Date posted09/18/2023