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WMFHA Endorses Mark Mullet For Governor
WMFHA Endorses Mark Mullet For Governor

The Board of Directors of the Washington Multi-Family Housing Association (WMFHA) voted and approved the association’s endorsement of Senator Mark Mullet (D-Issaquah) for Governor. With this endorsement, WMFHA will be actively supporting Sen. Mark Mullet’s 2024 gubernatorial campaign... Continue Reading

Postedby Nick Marin
Date posted08/16/2023


King 5 News Features WMFHA in Rent Control Story
King 5 News Features WMFHA in Rent Control Story

On Friday July 28, King 5 news reporter Erica Zucco interviewed WMFHA Director of Government Affairs Ryan Makinster for story titled “Debate continues as Seattle rent control measure approaches vote.” The story, which aired the same day and re-aired prior to the Tuesday August 1 vote,... Continue Reading

Postedby Ryan Makinster
Date posted08/14/2023


WMFHA Staff Attend RHALS in Chicago to Support National Advocacy Efforts and Expand Local Advocacy T
WMFHA Staff Attend RHALS in Chicago to Support National Advocacy Efforts and Expand Local Advocacy T

On Tuesday, August 1st, multi-family government affairs, affiliate executives and legal professionals descended upon the Omni Hotel in downtown Chicago to discuss current legislative and legal issues, exchange ideas and promote best practices to support our industry locally, statewide, and at the... Continue Reading

Postedby Ryan Makinster
Date posted08/14/2023


A WMFHA Win; Rent Control Fails in Seattle
A WMFHA Win; Rent Control Fails in Seattle

On August 1, the Seattle City Council, by a vote of 5-2, killed Councilmember Sawant’s ill-conceived rent control “trigger” law, ordinance CB 120606 with Councilmembers Nelson, Herbold, Strauss, Lewis, Peterson, and Juarez voting against passage, Mosqueda excused, and Sawant and... Continue Reading

Postedby Ryan Makinster
Date posted08/14/2023


Tacoma for All Files Lawsuit to Remove Competing Initiative from November Ballot
Tacoma for All Files Lawsuit to Remove Competing Initiative from November Ballot

On August 2nd, Tacoma for All, a renters’ rights group, filed suit against the City of Tacoma, Pierce County, and the county auditor to have “Measure Two”, the city of Tacoma’s competing tenant protection measure, removed from the November ballot. Last month, the... Continue Reading

Postedby Ryan Makinster
Date posted08/14/2023


The WMFHA PAC is Working for you!
The WMFHA PAC is Working for you!

WMFHA’s Political Action Committee (PAC) supports candidates who share our views on industry issues. Our PAC gives us opportunities to gain access to elected officials and educate them on the positive and negative consequences of proposed legislation. Included with your membership renewal... Continue Reading

Postedby Ryan Makinster
Date posted08/14/2023


The Seattle Primary – Results
The Seattle Primary – Results

The 2023 election could be a watershed for politics in Seattle. Due to growing frustration with the Council’s ideological, rather than solution oriented, policy decisions, the majority of Seattle voters want a change. Couple that with 7 seats up for grabs, with a majority of those being... Continue Reading

Postedby Ryan Makinster
Date posted08/14/2023


Priority Jurisdictions – Results
Priority Jurisdictions – Results

In addition to Seattle, the WMFHA PAC and GAC have designated three other cities as priority jurisdictions: Bellevue, Spokane, and Tacoma. The primary results in these jurisdictions are below. Bellevue No Primary Races Spokane Mayor Lisa Brown ... Continue Reading

Postedby Ryan Makinster
Date posted08/14/2023


Jurisdictions To Watch - Results
Jurisdictions To Watch - Results

WMFHA PAC has also listed a few jurisdictions as ones to watch. After reviewing the primary results, the committee will decide which, if any races, WMFHA should participate in. BurienPosition 2Linda Akey 31.88%Cydney Moore (i) 28.27% Position... Continue Reading

Postedby Ryan Makinster
Date posted08/14/2023


WMFHA Gives Back
WMFHA Gives Back

“I do not know what flavors each of you are. But y’all are lifesavers”. This sweet sentiment was one of many heartfelt remarks made by Mrs. Davis as her home was transformed from a damaged safety risk to an enjoyable living space for her and her extended family. Continue Reading

Postedby MacKenzie Knell (deleted)
Date posted08/9/2023


Meet Big Haul Junk Removal!
Meet Big Haul Junk Removal!

Jeff and Tamara are planet friendly with a passion for finding items that can be reused.  One person’s Junk may be someone else’s treasure. Continue Reading

Postedby Jeff Norton
Date posted08/2/2023


Credential Spotlight - Patrick Moss, CAMT
Credential Spotlight - Patrick Moss, CAMT

Patrick Moss (center of the front row) with his 2023 CAMT class Patrick Moss needed a little extra gas money back in 2016, so he took a temp job as a porter/maintenance technician. That temporary job became permanent and now he is a Senior Service Technician with Greystar based in Seattle... Continue Reading

Postedby Jason Loughridge
Date posted08/1/2023