Building our Future:
From Housing Crisis to Thriving Community
September 9, 2025 | 6:00 - 8:00 pm
Mount Vernon Library Commons
Join us for an engaging and informative discussion about the future of housing in our community! As we approach critical amendments to our comprehensive plans and various development regulations, it’s essential we come together and promote housing options designed to meet the needs of our residents.
Gain insights from renowned author and housing expert Gregg Colburn about the nature of our housing shortage, and solutions to restore balance to regional housing markets.
Explore what modestly denser housing could look like and how it’s beneficial for ensuring smart and cost-effective growth.
Discover how changes to zoning and development standards support a shift towards more housing-friendly options.
Connect with local leaders, planning experts, housing advocates, and others interested in shaping a better future for our neighborhoods.
Together, we can create an inclusive and sustainable housing landscape!
Register to Attend
Limited capacity - register today!
If you have any questions about registration or the event, please reach out to info@northstarskagit.org.
Learn about the keynote speaker!
Learn about the keynote speaker!
Gregg Colburn is the Marsha and Jay Glazer Endowed University Professor and Associate Professor in the Runstad Department of Real Estate in the College of Built Environments at the University of Washington. He publishes research on topics related to housing and homelessness and is co-author of the books, Homelessness is a Housing Problem: How Structural Factors Explain U.S. Patterns and Affordable Housing in the United States. His research has been featured in leading media outlets, including The Atlantic, The New York Times, The Economist, Bloomberg, and National Public Radio.
Gregg holds an M.B.A. from Northwestern University, and a M.S.W. and Ph.D. from the University of Minnesota. Prior to academia, he worked as an investment banker and private equity professional. At the University of Washington, Gregg teaches classes in housing, urban economics, and finance. Gregg serves as co-chair of the University of Washington’s Homelessness Research Initiative and is a member of the National Alliance to End Homelessness Research Council.