The fight to save our neighborhood character is reaching a critical tipping point. The City’s One Seattle Plan is moving rapidly through the review process, and if we don’t speak up right…
The “Mailing Loophole”: Is the City Breaking Its Own Transparency Law?
UPDATE: This amendment was not passed. The Vote: During the chaotic Select Committee sessions in September 2025, many of the more “restrictive” or “expensive” transparency amendments were either voted down or moved…
Beyond the Labels: Meeting with Councilmember Rob Saka
If you’ve been looking for a way to get your voice heard regarding the future of our neighborhood, now is the time to act. Our designated Council representative, Rob Saka, holds regular…
Get Involved – Morgan Community Association
Deb, from the Morgan Community Association, would love to see more involvement from neighbors. Here is a summary of the information she provided to pass along. The next meeting is on April…
Zoning Decoded: The Technical Differences Between NR and LR2
As our neighborhood considers the One Seattle Plan, it’s important to understand the specific rules governing our street. The actual impact varies depending on whether a lot is designated Neighborhood Residential (NR),…
Video on the potential realities of the rezoning
I’ve been doing a deep dive into the new zoning rules. The good news? Our block won’t transform overnight. The bad news? Speculators—often called “Dirt Dogs”—are already circling. I actually got a…
Seattle Planning Commission Meeting – 2/26/26
There is another opportunity to make your voices heard this Thursday. Review this to learn who they areWhat is the Planning Commission? – Save 39th – Morgan Junction Meeting Agendas and Minutes…
Council Select Committee Meetings Set
The Council Select Committee on the Comp Plan 2026’s schedule has been posted, and there will be Public Hearings on April 6 and May 29. The Chair of the Select Committee is Councilmember Eddie Lin.Councilmember Strauss…
Fact Sheet: The Case for a Boundary Adjustment on 39th Ave SW
1. The Core Issue: “The Planning Mismatch” The Draft One Seattle Plan proposes Lowrise 2 (LR2) zoning for the east side of 39th Ave SW (between Holly and Juneau). While the City’s…
How to Write an Email That Actually Gets Read
Writing to City Hall can feel intimidating, but you don’t need to be a professional urban planner to make an impact. In fact, the most effective emails are the ones that only…