I have been reading some tragic blog commentaries lately between drivers who seem to loath bicycilists and some bicyclists who seem loath to ride by the rules of the road. This makes no sense to me — at one time or another, we are all walkers, riders, drivers or we know and love someone who is. With just [...]
Month: July 2011
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July 29, 2011January 6, 2023City Clerk
Revised: Seattle City Council Introduction and Referral Calendar August 1, 2011
Seattle City Council Introduction and Referral Calendar August 1, 2011 Revised 7/29/11 at 3:35 p.m. BY GODDEN 1. C.B. 117240 AN ORDINANCE appropriating money to pay certain audited claims and ordering the payment thereof. Committee referral: Full Council BY LICATA 2. C.B. 117241 AN ORDINANCE relating to low-income elderly and handicapped [...]
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July 28, 2011January 6, 2023City Clerk
Seattle City Council Introduction and Referral Calendar August 1, 2011
Seattle City Council Introduction and Referral Calendar August 1, 2011 BY GODDEN 1. C.B. 117240 AN ORDINANCE appropriating money to pay certain audited claims and ordering the payment thereof. Committee referral: Full Council BY LICATA 2. C.B. 117241 AN ORDINANCE relating to low-income elderly and handicapped housing; authorizing the amendment of [...]
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July 28, 2011January 6, 2023City Clerk
Online Seattle Municipal Code Updated
The online SMC now incorporates ordinances passed through May 31st, 2011. The most recent codified ordinance is Ordinance 123609.
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July 27, 2011January 6, 2023City Clerk
Legislation approved 7/18/2011 now filed with the City Clerk
Scans of the signed documents are available in the database records linked below: Ord. 123657 C.B. 117193 AN ORDINANCE relating to Seattle Public Utilities; authorizing the Director of Seattle Public Utilities to purchase approximately 148.2 acres of real property in Section 36, Township 23 North, Range 7 East, W.M. in King County, Washington, commonly called [...]
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July 27, 2011January 6, 2023Councilmember Rasmussen, News Releases
Seattle City Council applauds appointment of Gary Locke as U.S. Ambassador to China
Today on behalf of Seattle City Council, President Pro Tem Rasmussen released the following statement congratulating our next U.S. Ambassador to China, former Governor Gary Locke:
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July 26, 2011January 6, 2023Councilmember Bagshaw
The Comp Plan: a roadmap for the next 20 years
I’ve posted this reminder before, but here’s a new push to remind people that the decisions the city makes now will have great implications in the future. We need your thoughts on updating Seattle’s Comprehensive Plan – the vision for how Seattle will evolve over the next two decades. There’s a great YouTube video that explains the purpose of the Comp Plan and directs [...]
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July 25, 2011January 6, 2023Councilmember O'Brien
Seattle City Council protects most vulnerable low-income utility customers
We just passed a resolution to help Seattle’s most vulnerable low-income residents with their City Light bills. I am proud of this work that Councilmember Harrell and I have been working on since last summer. Here is the press release that went out today: Seattle – Today the Council unanimously passed Resolution 31311, confirming that [...]
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July 25, 2011January 6, 2023Councilmember Licata, News Releases
City Councilmember Nick Licata invites media outlets to discussion on paid sick leave
Please join Seattle City Councilmember Nick Licata, along with the Greater Seattle Chamber of Commerce, Seattle-area chambers of commerce and other interested parties, to a discussion on paid sick leave. The Seattle City Council is considering a proposal to ensure all people working in Seattle have paid sick time for basic health needs. The event features a panel representing thoughts and views from all sides of the issue.
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July 25, 2011January 6, 2023News Releases
Seattle City Council unanimously approves resolution supporting extended nightlife service hours
The City Council unanimously approved a resolution today supporting a petition to the Washington State Liquor Control Board (LCB) to allow for the creation of extended hours service areas within local jurisdictions. This effort was proposed by Mayor Mike McGinn as part of Seattle's comprehensive Nightlife Initiative, which aims to maintain public safety and provide businesses with greater flexibility to adapt to the market demands of residents and visitors.