Washington State Revamps Public Works Contracting Rules to Foster Diversity and Efficiency
Washington's DES updates its public works contracting rules, aiming to foster wider participation and transparency, effective July. These rules encourage competition and support diverse businesses in state and local contracts.
MacKenzie Scott Surprises With a $640 Million Donation, Doubling Support for Hundreds of Nonprofits
MacKenzie Scott donated $640 million to 361 nonprofits, doubling her planned contribution and supporting small organizations via an open application process facilitated by Lever for Change.
Seattle Adjusts Developer Costs with Updated Mandatory Housing Affordability Payments
Seattle has updated MHA payment calculations, affecting development costs, while also revising the guidance on Developer Contributions through Incentive Zoning to ensure developers support affordable housing.
Seattle Invests $70K in Study to Unpack Creative Sector's Economic Influence, Seeks Consultants Ahead of March Deadline
Seattle is updating its Creative Economy Report to analyze the industry's growth and job data over the past five years, calling for consulting services with a $70,000 budget and a March 2024 deadline.