City approves farmers market after threatening cancellation for 2021
City of Sammamish will issue the Chamber of Commerce a permit to host the farmers market, while withholding the $10K funding it provided in previous years.
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PODCAST: How a hot housing market creates greater inequity
The housing affordability crisis has led to more gentrification, displacement and homelessness in our region.
Sammamish Plateau Water clashes with county after approving moratorium
Sammamish Plateau Water’s dispute with King County is mainly over who should pay for interim improvements to increase sewage capacity.
PODCAST: Why a former mayor took legal action against City Hall
Sammamish is waging a legal battle over its ability to restrict growth and development.
Ritchie cites clash on moratoriums as reason for council resignation
Ritchie leaves as Sammamish gears up to fight against the state and developers over growth.
City extends development moratorium through July
Sammamish City Council did exclude public agencies, single-family residences, and accessory dwelling units from the moratorium.
Vocal group pushes City to diversify housing options
The “Enrich & Sustain” group wants fewer single family homes, more services and amenities, and more mass transit.
City Council approves two-year budget, property tax increase
Council members disagreed on whether the City should raise property taxes during an economic crisis.
Town center developer plans to appeal after City denies permit
The permit case goes to the City’s hearing examiner in early 2021 for a decision.
Sammamish to hold hearings on proposed property tax increase, budget
City Hall, facing a budget shortfall, is considering an increase to the property tax rate. Public hearings start tonight.