On October 13, 2025 city council candidate Mike Nelson presented a plan for meeting requirements of the State's Growth Management Act—which include comprehensive planning for affordable housing—in a way that will minimize zoning increases by focusing only on affordable housing, respect Bainbridge Island's finite carrying capacity, and not result in higher taxes for Bainbridge Islanders. Here is the PowerPoint presentation Mike used as he addressed an audience gathered at the historic Lynwood Center Theatre. As Mike Nelson now begins his 4-year term on the Bainbridge Island City Council, you will be hearing more about Mike's plan for navigating State GMA requirements sustainably and in a way that respects Bainbridge Island's special character. You can contact Mike Nelson at mnelson@bainbridgewa.gov for more information.