Problematic RV’s “Gaming” the System in Seattle
Published at Fix HomelessnessExclusive
Kirkland Council member Toby Nixon (@tobylnixon) says Tuesday night’s council meeting could get interesting and shared insights on how he plans to vote on the “final agreement” that would green-light a controversial homeless hotel at the former La Quinta Inn (@LQ).
Nixon is also talking about some of the strong arm tactics being used by King County Executive Dow Constantine’s (@kcexec) team, as they inevitably try to march these projects into other cities.
As for the Kirkland deal, Nixon says King County, “insisted that it be kept a secret from the public.”
Like most of Dow’s homeless hotels, neighbors find out last minute and then protests erupt. In this case, a lawsuit has also been filed by angry parents who are trying to block this from coming in since it’s right next to Eastside Preparatory School.
In other words, Dow’s playbook has not changed. If this gets approved, it would be the second one(Redmond) on the Eastside. Once again, state laws undermining local governments. @pennycasweet #Kirkland
On the Agenda
Council meeting starts at 5:30pm, City Hall.
Motel Meth
Earlier this year, @thehoffather and I broke the story about Federal Way’s homeless hotel problems. King County Executive Dow Constantine’s (@kcexec) team was accused of failing to provide city leaders all details about meth damage in the former Red Lion hotel, which is still not open because of clean up delays. Making matters worse, a pipe burst causing water damage as well. #FederalWay