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February 9, 2016January 6, 2023Juarez, News Releases

Mayor & Councilmember Debora Juarez to bring integrated planning approach to Lake City

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: 2/9/2016

Mayor to bring integrated planning approach to Lake City

SEATTLE - Tomorrow Mayor Ed Murray, along with community advocates and City leaders, will launch the new Office of Planning and Community Development (OPCD) and debut integrated planning in the Lake City community. OPCD will work across City departments and with the neighborhood to assess needs, prioritize investments, and develop a Shared Vision for Lake City that supports an equitable and vibrant community as Seattle grows.

WHO: Mayor Ed Murray
Councilmember Debora Juarez
Lake City neighborhood advocates
Seattle Police Chief Kathleen O’Toole
City Department Directors

WHAT: Launch of OPCD, Shared Vision for Lake City

WHEN 11 a.m., Wed., Feb. 10

WHERE: Site of a future park in Lake City
12510 33rd Ave. NE
Seattle

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February 8, 2016January 6, 2023Councilmember Sawant

Commemorating the 97th anniversary of the Seattle General Strike

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This Saturday, February 6, 2016, marked the 97th Anniversary of the Seattle General Strike. After two years of strict wage controls, workers in Seattle’s shipyards went on strike, demanding living wages for all shipbuilding workers. One hundred and ten local unions, including at least 65,000 workers, voted to join them in solidarity. For one week, […]

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February 8, 2016January 6, 2023News Releases

Council Confirms Dwane Chappelle as Education Director

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: 2/8/2016

Council Confirms Dwane Chappelle as Education Director

Confirmation of Dwane Chappelle as the Director of the Education Department

SEATTLE- City Council voted unanimously to confirm Dwane Chappelle as the new Director for the Department of Education and Early Learning today. Chappelle served as principal for Rainier Beach High School since 2011 and, under his leadership, achieved a 79 percent graduation rate that exceeded the district average. Chappelle also garnered great success with the school's International Baccalaureate program.

"I really look forward to working with Mr. Chappelle in taking the next bold steps to improve our local education system," saidCouncil President Bruce A. Harrell, Chair of the Education, Equity, and Governance Committee. "His success in turning Rainier Beach High School around, passion to help students on all socioeconomic levels, and experience working with students displaced from Hurricane Katrina demonstrates his intrinsic leadership skills in getting the job done."

The Seattle Department of Education and Early Learning's mission is "to ensure that all Seattle children have the greatest opportunity to succeed in school and in life and to graduate from school ready for college and a career."

Chappelle intends to address the most critical challenges facing the department, which include:

  • Implementing the ambitious Seattle Preschool Program phase-in schedule adopted by the Mayor and City Council.
  • Working with Seattle Public Schools to address the persistent opportunity gap minority students face.
  • Reauthorizing the Families and Education Levy and the Seattle Preschool Levy, which both expire in 2018.

 

"Mr. Chappelle has shown tremendous dedication and aptitude in improving educational outcomes at Rainier Beach High School," said Councilmember Debora Juarez. "We look forward to seeing him tackle the persistent racial disparities in our city's schools."

Mr. Chappelle was an assistant principal in Arlington, Texas and Plano, Texas and earned his Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice from Grambling State University and his Masters of Secondary and Higher Education at Texas A&M University.

For more information regarding Dwane Chappelle, visit the following links:

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Seattle City Council meetings are cablecast live on Seattle Channel 21, HD Channels 321 Comcast, 721 Wave and on the City Council's website. Copies of legislation, Council meeting calendar, and archives of news releases can be found on the City Council website. Follow the Council on Twitter and on Facebook.

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February 8, 2016January 6, 2023News Releases

Council Confirms Dwane Chappelle as Education Director

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: 2/8/2016

Council Confirms Dwane Chappelle as Education Director

Confirmation of Dwane Chappelle as the Director of the Education Department

SEATTLE- City Council voted unanimously to confirm Dwane Chappelle as the new Director for the Department of Education and Early Learning today. Chappelle served as principal for Rainier Beach High School since 2011 and, under his leadership, achieved a 79 percent graduation rate that exceeded the district average. Chappelle also garnered great success with the school's International Baccalaureate program.

"I really look forward to working with Mr. Chappelle in taking the next bold steps to improve our local education system," saidCouncil President Bruce A. Harrell, Chair of the Education, Equity, and Governance Committee. "His success in turning Rainier Beach High School around, passion to help students on all socioeconomic levels, and experience working with students displaced from Hurricane Katrina demonstrates his intrinsic leadership skills in getting the job done."

The Seattle Department of Education and Early Learning's mission is "to ensure that all Seattle children have the greatest opportunity to succeed in school and in life and to graduate from school ready for college and a career."

Chappelle intends to address the most critical challenges facing the department, which include:

  • Implementing the ambitious Seattle Preschool Program phase-in schedule adopted by the Mayor and City Council.
  • Working with Seattle Public Schools to address the persistent opportunity gap minority students face.
  • Reauthorizing the Families and Education Levy and the Seattle Preschool Levy, which both expire in 2018.

 

"Mr. Chappelle has shown tremendous dedication and aptitude in improving educational outcomes at Rainier Beach High School," said Councilmember Debora Juarez. "We look forward to seeing him tackle the persistent racial disparities in our city's schools."

Mr. Chappelle was an assistant principal in Arlington, Texas and Plano, Texas and earned his Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice from Grambling State University and his Masters of Secondary and Higher Education at Texas A&M University.

For more information regarding Dwane Chappelle, visit the following links:

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Seattle City Council meetings are cablecast live on Seattle Channel 21, HD Channels 321 Comcast, 721 Wave and on the City Council's website. Copies of legislation, Council meeting calendar, and archives of news releases can be found on the City Council website. Follow the Council on Twitter and on Facebook.

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February 4, 2016January 6, 2023Councilmember Sawant

No Room for Rape Culture, Homophobia & Misogyny!

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In recent weeks, an international group of misogynists (yes, seriously) that call themselves “Return of Kings” online began coordinating meetups around the world for this upcoming weekend. Multiple venues were advertised for Seattle, including the Central Library. It’s an understatement to say that the views that this group hold on women and the LGBTQ community […]

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February 4, 2016January 6, 2023Councilmember Bagshaw, News Releases

Councilmember Bagshaw to Convene Homeless Advocates for Roundtable Review

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: 2/4/2016

Councilmember Bagshaw to Convene Homeless Advocates for Roundtable Review

SEATTLE - Councilmember Sally Bagshaw will host a roundtable discussion with homeless advocates on Friday morning to hear their experiences and reactions to the State of Civil Emergency relating to homelessness.  Recently, the Council dedicated $7.5 million in one-time funds for homeless response, on top of the $40.5 million in ongoing funding. 

Councilmember Bagshaw will lead a conversation asking representatives from each organization to share their experience delivering services to or advocating for people experiencing homelessness. The discussion will occur in the Human Services & Public Health Committee, chaired by Councilmember Bagshaw. The public will have the opportunity to testify before Councilmembers and the advocates at the close of the discussion.

Councilmember Bagshaw stated, "I have invited our service providers who are working every day with some of our most vulnerable community members to take the time to talk with us. The goal is to balance both compassion and public safety."

Council is currently reviewing a proposed implementation plan for how the Human Services Department will allocate $2.3 million dollars during the State of Civil Emergency. Councilmembers will further discuss the spending plan for the state of emergency at the Human Services & Public Health Committee at 2 p.m. on February 10.

 

WHAT:

Special Council Human Services & Public Health Committee - Roundtable Discussion with Homeless Advocates

WHEN:        

Friday, February 5

9:30 a.m.

WHERE:

Council Chambers, 2nd floor

Seattle City Hall

600 Fourth Ave., Seattle 98104

WHO:

Councilmember Sally Bagshaw

Councilmembers

Melinda Giovengo, YouthCare

Chloe Gale and Kelley Craig, Evergreen Treatment Services

Tim Harris, Real Change News

Jarvis, Seattle Housing and Resource Effort (SHARE)

Sharon Lee and Melinda Nichols, Low Income Housing Institute (LIHI)

Jennifer Shaw, American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU)

Lisa Daugaard, Public Defenders' Association

Nicole Macri, Downtown Emergency Services Center (DESC)

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Seattle City Council meetings are cablecast live on Seattle Channel 21, HD Channels 321 Comcast, 721 Wave and on the City Council's website. Copies of legislation, Council meeting calendar, and archives of news releases can be found on the City Council website. Follow the Council on Twitter and on Facebook.

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February 3, 2016January 6, 2023Councilmember Sawant

Q&A with Real Change on our Homelessness Crisis

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In this week’s issue of Real Change, Councilmembers were asked about the homelessness crisis here in Seattle. For space limitations, I provided abbreviated answers. Longer responses to these critical questions can be read below. 1) What do you want to get done on homelessness in the next year? The Mayor declared homelessness a Civil State of […]

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February 3, 2016January 6, 2023News Releases

Off and Running

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The City Hall scoop First Committee meeting on January 21st – I am so proud to be the chair of the Parks, Seattle Center, Libraries, and Waterfront committee. This month, we had Parks Superintendent Jesus Aguirre come and present the department’s 2015 accomplishments and give us a preview of their 2016 work plan. There are […]

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February 2, 2016January 6, 2023Councilmember Harrell, News Releases

Council Committee to Vote on New Director for Department of Education and Early Learning

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: 2/2/2016

Council Committee to Vote on New Director for Department of Education and Early Learning

Seattle - Council President Bruce A. Harrell's Education, Equity and Governance Committee will vote this Wednesday on the appointment of Dwane Chappelle as the first Director of the newly-created Seattle Department of Education and Early Learning. Chappelle is a former principal at Rainier Beach High School.

The Department of Education and Early Learning is responsible for operation of the Seattle Preschool Program, the Families & Education Levy and the Child Care Assistance Program, among other initiatives.

Councilmembers held an introductory discussion with Chappelle on January 20; submitted formal questions; and will review and discuss written answers from Mr. Chappelle at Wednesday's meeting.

The Committee recommendation will be subject to a Full Council vote, scheduled for Monday, February 8 at 2:00 p.m.

WHAT:
Dwane Chappelle Confirmation Vote at Council's Education, Equity and Governance Committee

WHEN:        
Wednesday, February 3
2:00 p.m.

WHERE:
Council Chambers, 2nd floor
Seattle City Hall
600 Fourth Ave., Seattle 98104

WHO:
Councilmembers
Dwane Chappelle

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Seattle City Council meetings are cablecast live on Seattle Channel 21, HD Channels 321 Comcast, 721 Wave and on the City Council's website. Copies of legislation, Council meeting calendar, and archives of news releases can be found on the City Council website. Follow the Council on Twitter and on Facebook.

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