What fundraising reports tell us about Sammamish’s city council race
Here are the top trends we have identified from analyzing each of the city council candidates’ campaign finance disclosures.
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Recent crime wave generates concern over police efficacy
Sammamish Police are attributing their recently lackluster crime fighting to police reform legislation from Olympia.
Eastlake reigns over Skyline in “Battle of the Plateau”
Cross-town rivalry ended with a lopsided 41-7 Eastlake win.
Agreeable candidate forum punctured by differing views on traffic
Five of the eight candidates attended the one-hour event. Missing were Mayor Karen Moran, Melanie Kelsey and Richard Benack.
Candidates draw battle lines over making Sammamish affordable
With home prices growing 24% in just the last year, more city council candidates are spotlighting a crisis of affordability.
Town center wins permit reprieve against the city
STCA scored a legal victory against the City of Sammamish that invalidated a previous denial of a construction permit.
Amato wants to steer city hall back to basics
Amato believes local government should focus on getting basic services right, such as limiting development, and improving traffic and public safety.
For Sammamish City Council, diversity remains a challenge
Analysis of council’s historical composition reveals a lack of diversity, especially with regards to race.
In third run for council, Howe pledges greater community engagement, transparency
She also wants to make Sammamish more environmentally friendly, interconnected, inclusive and affordable.
If elected, Clark could make history as city’s first LGBT council member
Kali Clark is running for Sammamish City Council, Position 5.