The Seattle City Council today approved legislation, sponsored by Councilmember Bob Kettle (District 7), to launch a new pilot program with the South Correctional Entity (SCORE) for additional jail services. The new pilot program, negotiated by Mayor Bruce Harrell’s team, authorizes Seattle to house 20 additional misdemeanor detainees at SCORE. That’s in addition to the detainees held at the...
Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month 2024
On Monday Sept. 9, 2024, Councilmember Maritza Rivera (District 4) introduced a proclamation celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month. “Anyone who has...
Councilmember Tanya Woo to host Chinatown-International District public safety forum on Sept. 11
In response to persistent community concerns about crime and violence, Seattle City Councilmember Tanya Woo (Position 8) will host a...
Councilmember Moore proposes amendments to commercial sexual exploitation legislation
Changes address stakeholder feedback and create tools to support victims Seattle City Councilmember Cathy Moore (District 5) on Friday announced...
Councilmember Woo statement on Chinatown-International District shooting
Councilmember Tanya Woo (Position 8) released the following statement in response to Wednesday night’s shooting at 12th Ave S and...