Seattle City Council statement on the passing of former Councilmember Richard McIver

Home » Seattle City Council statement on the passing of former Councilmember Richard McIver

City of Seattle
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: 3/10/2013

Council President Sally J. Clark

Seattle City Council statement
on the passing of former Councilmember Richard McIver

The Seattle City Council issued the following statement on the passing of former Councilmember Richard McIver:

“It is with great sadness that we mark the passing of our friend, the Honorable Richard McIver. Richard committed his life to improving the lot of others. His community development career, including his years as a member of the Seattle City Council, was grounded in a quest for equity of opportunity, justice, and elevating quality of life for people in need.

“Richard’s deep knowledge of economic development strategies and belief in the positive power of government action made him a valuable ally not just for people of color and small businesses, but for a just and equitable future for the city as a whole.

“Richard employed terrific dignity, a wicked sense of humor and a sharp ear for equivocation in pursuit of a better city for all. We will miss him greatly.”

[View in Council Newsroom]