Seattle City Council members have introduced an alternative to Initiative 137 that would fund affordable social housing through a tax on high-earning employers, aiming to allocate $10 million annually to the Seattle Social Housing Developer. In Dalton, Georgia, the City Council approved the issuance of $11.5 million in revenue bonds to upgrade a 100-unit apartment complex, with the Housing Authority managing the bond process without taking ownership. Meanwhile, Charleston lawmakers are set to discuss the future of affordable housing, particularly addressing the poor conditions at Joseph Floyd Manor, which has served low-income seniors for decades. In Roanoke, Virginia, a public hearing will address controversial zoning reforms that aim to end single-family-only neighborhoods in favor of multi-family housing, amidst legal challenges from residents. Lastly, Mattoon, Illinois, is preparing to vote on a plan to promote affordable housing construction and renovation, driven by a community housing shortage that affects local employment opportunities. These initiatives reflect ongoing efforts across various cities to tackle the affordable housing crisis.