Bothell City Council candidates spar over housing density

In the race for Position 4 on the Bothell City Council, candidates Ann Aagaard, Carston Curd, and Mark Swanson present distinct views on housing density and environmental sustainability. Aagaard supports building more homes while protecting tree canopies and wetlands, aiming to restore natural areas like the former Wayne Golf Course. Curd, vice chair of the planning commission, advocates for increased density, emphasizing the need for multi-family housing. In contrast, Swanson argues against adding density, fearing impacts on traffic and crime, and believes Bothell should remain a single-family neighborhood. The primary election on August 1 is crucial for determining which two candidates will advance to the November election, especially in light of recent state legislation allowing for middle housing construction.